Opponents of the Sherman Anti-Trust Bill said its purpose was not to destroy trusts, but to make the public believe that trusts would be destroyed.

VOA: special.2010.06.03

This can be a problem even though earwax appears to serve an important purpose.

VOA: special.2010.03.31

It is testimony to what can be achieved by a transatlantic community that acts with a clear sense of common purpose,".

VOA: standard.2009.04.04

"There are serious question marks within the international community regarding the purpose and nature of Iran's program and these need to be clarified."

VOA: standard.2010.06.09