by design
Example Sentences
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That’s by design: If another Great Depression struck, Social Security would, ideally, still be there.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
De Zerbi omitted the name of the player by design - but it will leave Spurs fans guessing as to who it could be.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
If this all sounds boring compared to adding Skubal to a rotation that’s full of star power when healthy, that’s by design.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
McGrath said the new law expected later this year would "recognise children as vulnerable consumers" and that minors "must be protected by design".
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
Or bring them closer, either by design or accident?
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
