original intention
definitions
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The initial purpose, aim, or goal that was conceived at the beginning of an action, plan, or project.en: The initial purpose, aim, or goal that was conceived at the beginning of an action, plan, or project.
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The primary meaning or purpose intended by an author, legislator, or creator at the time a document or law was established.en: The primary meaning or purpose intended by an author, legislator, or creator at the time a document or law was established.
examples
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Despite many changes to the project, we must stick to our original intention.
Despite many changes to the project, we must stick to our original intention.
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Judges often debate whether to interpret the law based on its original intention.
Judges often debate whether to interpret the law based on its original intention.