by design

Idioms  

1. On purpose, deliberately, as in Whether by luck or by design, his application was accepted. This term, originally put as on design, uses design in the sense of “plan.” [First half of 1600s]

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Example Sentences

The atmosphere in Altadena has in some ways been less politically charged, but local activists say that was by design.

From Los Angeles Times

In other words, the statistical method made the connection appear powerful by design, even if willow growth had not meaningfully changed.

From Science Daily

The families are alleging that the online platforms are addictive by design.

From BBC

"Urgent action is needed to create an online world that is truly safer by design," said Dame Rachel.

From BBC

Every part of him was by design, with the scars on his body reflecting incisions that those studying human anatomy in the 18th century would have made.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• consciously
• knowingly
• pointedly
• purposely
• studiously
• voluntarily
• willfully