AN END TO A MEANS

Definition: The idea that a particular action or method is justified only by the result it achieves, not by the way it was achieved.

Synonyms: Necessary Evil, Ultimate Goal, Justified Action, Pragmatic Approach, Means To An End

Usage Examples in Sentences

Reading books regularly is an end to a means for gaining knowledge.

The detective employed unorthodox methods to solve the case, emphasizing an end to a means in the pursuit of justice.

She believed in achieving an end to a means through hard work and perseverance.

The company prioritized profit as an end to a means, regardless of the ethical implications.

For her, winning the championship was not just an end to a means, but a validation of her dedication.

The debate about an end to a means has deep roots in philosophical discourse.

In education, the focus should not solely be on an end to a means.

For environmentalists, sustainability is more than an end to a means.

To him, winning at any cost was merely an end to a means, regardless of the ethics involved.

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The chef believed that sacrificing taste for presentation was an end to a means in culinary art.

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Completing the project on time became an end to a means for the construction team, despite the challenges.

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Finding shortcuts in software development should not be viewed as an end to a means for meeting deadlines.

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As a coach, he believed that winning games by any means necessary was not an end to a means in sportsmanship.

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Promoting diversity should not just be an end to a means for improving public image in corporate environments.

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Finding happiness through material possessions is often seen as an end to a means in consumer culture.