on purpose
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Decades earlier, Nasa launched objects into the Moon on purpose, in order to collect data for the Apollo missions.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Some regions have significantly increased residential development in wildlands, creating a dangerous combination of flammable plants, vulnerable homes and residents capable of sparking fires — on purpose or by accident.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
A good plan uses that shape on purpose.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 16, 2026
Even though Balogun had stepped on Tarik Muharemović’s leg, there was no indication he did it on purpose.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026
She wears her hair in an Afro on purpose.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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