motivated
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He has denied the claims and believes the attacks on his work are racially motivated, although the scandal led to him being dropped from France's top literary prize.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
Savage was motivated to create this rave for trans women to feel free behind the decks and on the dancefloor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
The data also suggests recorded hate crimes motivated by sexual orientation, disability and transgender identity are unchanged or falling.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Donors engaging with the government are motivated by a desire to help children get a head start on their financial future, the official said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
“We are actually both motivated by the same thing: survival.”
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
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