by design

Example Sentences

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That uncertainty is by design, according to Zephyr Teachout, a Fordham University law professor.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

I would suggest that this is both intentional and by design, for the simple reason that Jesus was decidedly apolitical.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Experts say the execution of business as usual is by design.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

"Safety must be built into products by design rather than treated as an afterthought, with regulators showing more strength in holding companies to account," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

He had come to this tower-keep by chance, and yet the chance was all design; or he had come by design and yet all the design had merely chanced to come about.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin