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motivation

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


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Darry Sragow, a veteran Democratic strategist who managed Checchi’s unsuccessful 1998 bid for governor that set a self-funding record, said voters have long been skeptical of the motivation of rich people who run for office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

But that teaches another more cautionary lesson about collecting nemeses: Salieri never figured out how to channel his gnawing envy into motivation.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

They're not a compelling team, but they have spirit and motivation.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“My sources of motivation have always been internal.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

My attention span and my motivation rank up there with that of a sea cucumber.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman




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