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intentionally

[in-ten-shuh-nl-ee] / ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl i /
ADVERB
purposely
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“We are intentionally leaning into investments to support this next phase of growth. While this will modestly impact near-term profitability, we expect these investments to drive accelerated growth beginning next year,” he said.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

It’s really strange because there’s footage in the finale that’s intentionally supposed to reflect certain events.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

By targeting Iran instead of all pistachio exporting countries, it shows the policy was mainly punitive, rather than intentionally protectionist.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Multiple media outlets had previously speculated that the plane crash was intentionally caused by someone in the cockpit – but this remains unconfirmed.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

He’s intentionally blocking my way, arms crossed, looking up at me defiantly.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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