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I have the reason vs I have a reason

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I have the reason' implies that there is one specific reason that the speaker is referring to. 'I have a reason' is more general and implies that the speaker has some reason without specifying it.

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Last updated: November 10, 2024 • 11874 views

I have the reason

This phrase is correct but less common than 'I have a reason.' It implies that the speaker is referring to a specific reason.

This phrase is used when the speaker wants to emphasize that they have a particular reason in mind, usually in a specific context.

Examples:

I have the reason why the project failed.
She has the reason for her absence.

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Last updated: November 16, 2024

May 30, 2024 ... I have the reason why Malta is performing poorly. Discussion. They're sending songs that are generic pop songs. They just won't stand out ...
Sep 5, 2024 ... My mind still adjusting to the news cos its only weeks find out I am positive but I have the reason to live that is why I accept that life ...
Jun 29, 2024 ... I think I have the reason why Wave is premium-only first week. DISCUSSION. Edit: I was correct. r/robloxhackers - I think I have the reason ...
Jun 3, 2015 ... Why the numbers on the pylons at the Chesapeake Bay Swim are screwy, I have the reason. Kevin_in_MD Senior Member. June 2015 ...
Oct 30, 2023 ... I have the reason for you! Jet engines and jet fuel aren't working with infinite fuel so if your compressor isn't attached to tanks it won't ...
Jun 16, 2015 ... This discussion was created from comments split from: Why the numbers on the pylons at the Chesapeake Bay Swim are screwy, I have the reason.
Mar 12, 2014 ... Quotes. someone is playing guitar with the words you are still god i have the reason to. More to explore. 33.3 Apparel. 161 followers ...
Feb 15, 2011 ... I have. The reason for the crummy results is not the students, but a lack of formative assessments along the way and discovering when, where ...
Nov 4, 2022 ... But why in my experiment, the higher the concentration of sugar the quicker it boils? Could I have the reason? All related (36). Recommended.

Alternatives:

I have a reason
I have a specific reason
I know the reason

I have a reason

This phrase is more common and general than 'I have the reason.' It implies that the speaker has some reason without specifying it.

This phrase is used when the speaker wants to convey that they have a reason for something without emphasizing a specific reason.

Examples:

I have a reason for being late.
He always has a reason for his actions.

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Last updated: November 16, 2024

Mar 19, 2015 ... Provided to YouTube by The Orchard Enterprises I Have a Reason · Sis. Chinyere Udoma WInd of Glory ℗ 2014 C. Meks Music Int'l Ltd. Released ...
Oct 6, 2020 ... I have a reason/purpose to declare war but cant press "declare war". I have a purpose to declare war and did that also in the past for my ...
Oct 28, 2024 ... stephanienuesi on October 28, 2024: "Today I have a reason to smile. And it's because I received a message that left me speechless.
Apr 11, 2023 ... Shouldn't I have a reason to be sad. I feel like I should have a reason to be sad. I have food, I have loving family, I wasn't abused as a ...
Aug 6, 2023 ... Regardless, I Have a Reason to Be Thankful. It's You, Lord! · Always be joyful. · Through Him, therefore, let us at all times offer up to God a ...
Jan 21, 2013 ... I don't care for small talk or idle chit chat. I usually don't talk unless I have a reason, or someone is talking about a similar interest as ...
Feb 26, 2024 ... I have a reason for that. #discuss #laravel #rust #beginners. What's up everyone!
1914 through a stock exhaust? (believe me, i have a reason). Post by Hoxviii » Sat May 10, 2003 12:35 am. If i were to run a 1914 through stock valve DP ...
Oct 1, 2019 ... ... small g pulchra pics!! (i have a reason). Thread starter Wormtail39; Start date Oct 1, 2019 · 1 · 2 · Next. 1 of 2. Go to page. Go. Next Last.

Alternatives:

I have a justification
I can explain why
I have a specific reason

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