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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Furthermore, Kalambay casts doubt on the idea that Ilunga was fearful for his own or his family’s life.
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Nick Miller, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Colorado began working on the idea of a drug importation program in 2019.
—Alan Gionet, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Republican lawmakers are planning town halls across the state to sell the idea to voters.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron floated the idea back in March when the war was raging, saying warships could escort tankers and container ships through the maritime chokepoint when the conflict dies down.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
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Nick Miller, New York Times, 17 June 2026
Colorado began working on the idea of a drug importation program in 2019.
—Alan Gionet, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Republican lawmakers are planning town halls across the state to sell the idea to voters.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron floated the idea back in March when the war was raging, saying warships could escort tankers and container ships through the maritime chokepoint when the conflict dies down.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
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“The idea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20idea. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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