The purposiveness of the conservation plan became evident as native species began to recover.

The philosopher wrote about the various purposivenesses he observed in biological systems, arguing that they hinted at an underlying design.

The committee's purposings during the design phase shaped the project's long-term vision.

Our company's purpose statement guides every strategic decision we make.

Even though they sat in the same meeting, the marketing and engineering teams were at cross-purposes, pursuing different definitions of success.

A cross-purpose between the teams caused the project to stall.

The company designed a multi-purpose drone that can survey land, deliver packages, and provide emergency communication.

The committee members worked at cross-purposes, undermining the project's progress.

At the dinner, they entertained themselves with cross-purposes, inventing questions and answers that combined absurdly unrelated ideas.

The volunteers worked together with a common purpose to rebuild the community center.