motivation

Example Sentences

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One factor reinforcing Block’s motivation for shorting credit is his opinion that there is too much passive investing in the market that automatically exaggerates moves when they come.

From MarketWatch

However, the researchers note that the findings show a correlation, not cause and effect, and that factors like motivation or self-discipline may also influence outcomes.

From Science Daily

In a handwritten note that they saw, Finn said his motivation for donating sperm was to "bring life and happiness to others".

From BBC

"I don't think that's its main motivation for positioning itself as it has, but it has something to do with this as well."

From BBC

Even if you don’t trust her motivations when she’s saying something or completely comprehend it, it seems true.

From Los Angeles Times