purposely

Example Sentences

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“I purposely wasn’t involved with his evaluation by the consultant nor with prescribing medication,” ElAttrache told the Times.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

“I purposely wasn’t involved with his evaluation by the consultant nor with prescribing medication,” ElAttrache said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

They share a facial similarity that in certain closeups seems purposely accentuated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Then he purposely crash-landed into Ketron Island on Puget Sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Sekani, on the other hand, steals bacon off my plate, looks at my phone, and purposely steps on my foot on his way out.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas