purpose
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And I think I feel the same way, like there’s an intentionality to what you do, there’s a sense of purpose to what do.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The IPO’s purpose, Luria believes, is to set up SpaceX for a merger with Tesla.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
IQM is slated to go public next quarter through a business combination with Real Asset Acquisition Corp, a special purpose acquisition company.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
She’s not defined by motherhood, even though she would claim that to be her highest purpose.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Mater and Pater Lumley walked with purpose into the meadow.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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Vocabulary lists containing purpose
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 2
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 1
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade7)
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