by design
Example Sentences
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It’s not by design — I like playing with people.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
The longer disruptions last, the more capacity will have to fall worldwide, either by design or because people decide flying is too expensive.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
As its organizers explained to the Guardian, this is mostly by design.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
First, by design, annuities reallocate money from those who die early to those who live forever.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026
The losses, by design, were no big deal; the losses were part of the plan.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
