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purpose
noun
verb
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
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noun
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
“his determination showed in his every movement”
noun
what something is used for
“the function of an auger is to bore holes”
noun
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
“his intent was to provide a new translation”
verb
reach a decision
“he resolved never to drink again”
verb
propose or intend
“I aim to arrive at noon”
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his determination showed in his every movement
he is a man of purpose
the function of an auger is to bore holes
ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
his intent was to provide a new translation
good intentions are not enough
it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
he made no secret of his designs
he resolved never to drink again
I aim to arrive at noon
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