the idea
noun
: the central meaning or purpose of something : goal or intention
The whole idea of the game is to keep from getting caught.
The idea is to get people to attend.
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Often these programs come from good intentions — like the idea that everyone has a right to universal primary healthcare — but in reality they aren’t easily implemented and require a continued negotiation with, and reliance on, foreign aid, foreign donors and NGOs.
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The Dial, 10 Apr. 2025
Part of the invitation design, and part of the idea of curating your event, also includes really fun attire recommendations.
—Maria Ward, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
Online Reactions TikTok users instantly became obsessed with the idea of bringing a dog as a wedding date and, as of Wednesday, the video amassed over 233,800 views, 45,400 likes and 824 comments.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
When Fisk speaks privately with Jack (Tony Dalton), the cameras flirt with mirrors around the room and the idea of his many personas.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
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The Dial, 10 Apr. 2025
Part of the invitation design, and part of the idea of curating your event, also includes really fun attire recommendations.
—Maria Ward, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
Online Reactions TikTok users instantly became obsessed with the idea of bringing a dog as a wedding date and, as of Wednesday, the video amassed over 233,800 views, 45,400 likes and 824 comments.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
When Fisk speaks privately with Jack (Tony Dalton), the cameras flirt with mirrors around the room and the idea of his many personas.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
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“The idea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20idea. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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