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intentional

[in-ten-shuh-nl] / ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl /


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Cruise’s character is an intentional parallel to his own cinema-championing schtick, an actor who believes every scene he’s in should carry some semblance of the truth.

From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026

On top of that, air regulations have been repeatedly tightened following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the U.S. and the Germanwings Flight 9525 intentional crash in the French Alps.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Reczek’s research found that people rely on accountability and growth, intentional connection, mutual respect and emotional safety to remain in a relationship.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026

"This is a little bit of intentional pageantry to talk up the positive vibes of the summit," Jennifer Welch, chief economic analyst for Bloomberg Economics, told the BBC.

From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026

Harmony made from chords came alive in his four-part vocal music, even if some of his note combinations sound accidental rather than intentional.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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