This article lists the most common reasons why people pay too much tax. Tom's problem was that he lacked confidence; Ed failed for precisely the opposite reason.

1. To determine or conclude by logical thinking: The doctor reasoned that the patient had a virus. 2. To persuade or dissuade (someone) with reasons: "You boast ... of having reasoned him out of his absurd romance" (William Makepeace Thackeray).

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to think or argue in a logical manner. to form conclusions, judgments, or inferences from facts or premises. to urge reasons which should determine belief or action. Synonyms: persuade

Who would have a reason to want to kill her? [NOUN to-infinitive] ...the reason why Italian tomatoes have so much flavour. The only reason I went was because I was told to. My parents came to Germany for business reasons. The exact locations are being kept secret for reasons of security.

You can talk about a person's reason for doing something. One of his reasons for coming to England was to make money. You can also talk about the reason why something happens or is done. There are several reasons why we can't do that. However, if you are actually stating the reason, don't use 'why'. Instead you use a that -clause.