Recent Examples on the WebThe stated goal of the new laws is to prevent fraud, but some voting rights groups contend their real purpose is to dampen participation by likely Democratic voters.—Tribune News Service, Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2024 Israel responded by attacking Gaza with a stated goal of eliminating Hamas, killing about 37,000 Palestinians.—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 14 June 2024 The Army Corps plans to test aquatic herbicides starting in July at five demonstration sites as part of the ongoing hydrilla research project to develop a safe treatment plan that controls hydrilla in the Connecticut River and that also meets stated project goals:
Public safety is the primary goal.—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2024 At the same time, Miss Universe’s stated goal of female empowerment and its recent emphasis on inclusion have always been at odds with the contents of the actual pageant.—Constance Grady, Vox, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for stated
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