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motivation

[moh-tuh-vey-shuhn] / ˌmoʊ təˈveɪ ʃən /


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“My sources of motivation have always been internal.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Instructure said in a statement on its website that protecting students' and education staff data was its primary motivation.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

That doesn’t guarantee deals will be made, but it does mean more motivation to get at least some done.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The disrespect will only add to the motivation for the defending Division 1 champions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Then without motivation, there was a change in mood.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith




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