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it stands to reason
It (only) stands to reason.
It is only reasonable to hold a certain opinion. It stands to reason that most people will not buy a new car if they don't think they can pay for it. I think he will come back to pick up his check. It only stands to reason.
it stands to reason
if it stands to reason that something happens or is true, it is what you would expect (often + that ) It stands to reason that a child that is constantly criticised will grow up to have no self-confidence.
it stands to reason
It's reasonable or to be expected. For example, It stands to reason that if we leave late we'll arrive late. [Early 1600s]