promptreason
nounUK /ˈprɒmptˌriːzən/
US /ˈprɑːmptˌriːzən/
A promptreason is a quick and clear reason you give to explain why you did something.
When the teacher asked why he was late, he gave a promptreason about the broken bus.
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2. A reason that comes to mind right away without much thinking.
Her promptreason for choosing the blue dress was that it matched her shoes.
3. A reminder or cue that helps someone remember the cause of something.
The note on the fridge was a promptreason to buy more milk.
4. A fast, helpful answer that tells why a rule or action exists.
The coach gave a promptreason for the new warm-up routine so everyone understood.