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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by design

Hall also points to the impact of the digital environment and people becoming "addicted by design" through algorithms.

From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026

That’s by design: If another Great Depression struck, Social Security would, ideally, still be there.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026

McGrath said the new law expected later this year would "recognise children as vulnerable consumers" and that minors "must be protected by design".

From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026

He said any taxes that are imposed are nondiscriminatory by design.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026

And then Moss realized that was probably by design.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

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