bourne

noun

ˈbȯrn How to pronounce bourne (audio)
variants also bourn
Definition of bournenext
as in thing
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish still searching for the bourne that would give his life meaning

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bourne
  1. thing
  2. idea
  3. meaning
  4. object
  5. plan
  6. purpose
  7. objective
  8. intent
Noun
  • These are things that the federal government has an appropriate role to do.
    Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
  • However, things only got more complicated for Johnson on Wednesday when Trump and Vice President-elect J.D.
    Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of thing
Noun
  • The Islamist rebel coalition that has now taken over Syria brings together a variety of armed rebel groups, each with its own ideology and ideas about what should happen next.
    Ivana Kottasová, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024
  • This idea is inspired by African American leader and activist Malcolm X.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of idea
Noun
  • Naturally, with Dudley's help, the bishop eventually rediscovers the true meaning of Christmas, a message that The Bishop's Wife ably passes along to its holiday audience.
    James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Creativity has also been found to give meaning, shape, and purpose to the tapestry of our daily lives.
    Mia Taylor, Parents, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of meaning
Noun
  • The leading cause of food recalls are bacteria, foreign objects and allergens that are triggered when products are exposed to wheat, dairy and nuts, often due to cross contamination.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Kat Dunbar spotted the strange object early one night several weeks ago while driving home with her children, and she was stumped.
    Alyce McFadden, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of object
Noun
  • But that plan's fate now rests in the hands of Trump and his incoming administration, which has sent mixed signals on the idea.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The second priority would be authentically aligning strategic plans with trends that are important to your consumer.
    James Manso, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of plan
Noun
  • The length of this deal may be a red herring of sorts, as teams are doing longer contracts to lower the AAV for luxury-tax purposes, something the Yankees of all teams will always have to consider.
    Keith Law, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In short, quantum computing needs to have a purpose.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of purpose
Noun
  • Start by clearly defining the objectives of the digital transformation initiative.
    Cristian Paun, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.
    Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of objective
Noun
  • Lee’s intent is to combat the rise of Asian hate statistics by making Asian culture more accessible and less alien to the general public, while also spiritually bringing back presence, care and authenticity to Old Detroit Chinatown.
    Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Based on the record of his first term in the Oval Office and on his current statements of his intent, Trump’s second term may see a break from the largely bipartisan consensus that has shaped U.S. economic policy for more than 50 years.
    Don Lee, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of intent
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