What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reason American soldier enters places briefly (5)" mean?

The definition is "Reason". The wordplay uses a deletion. GI (synonym="American soldier") in LOC (synonym="LOC") = LOGIC; definition: "Reason" The answer is LOGIC.

Reason American soldier enters places briefly (5)

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