motivated
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Maroko said members were motivated to fight for wage increases by the high cost of living.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
The company accused Wilson of being motivated by personal grievances, adding that he was merely trying to retain relevance at the company.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
China's campaign of keeping tabs on dissidents around the world is motivated by the belief that criticism threatens the country's stability, said Claire Chu, a nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global China Hub.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Asked by a reporter if Americans' financial situation motivated him to make a peace deal with Iran, Trump offered a robust response on Tuesday.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
So the three of us were motivated to reclaim our glory during the team competition five days later.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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