Motive:

Noun:

1. A reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden or not obvious.
2. In art and literature, a recurrent theme or element.

Adjective:

1. Producing physical or mechanical motion.

Prepositions:

• “For” (motive for)
• “Behind” (motive behind)
• “In” (motive in)

Collocations:

• Hidden motive, ulterior motive, primary motive, strong motive, real motive, clear motive, personal motive, main motive, criminal motive, artistic motive.

Example Sentences:

1. The detective searched for a motive for the crime.
2. Her motive behind the kind gesture was not immediately clear.
3. He had a strong motive to achieve success in his career.
4. The prosecutor argued that the defendant had a clear motive.
5. What was your motive in making that decision?
6. The artist’s motive was to evoke a sense of nostalgia.
7. The true motive for his actions was revealed later.
8. She suspected he had an ulterior motive.
9. The main motive behind the project was to improve community health.
10. The company’s motive for the policy change was financial gain.
11. His motive in helping others was purely altruistic.
12. The primary motive of the campaign was to raise awareness.
13. They questioned his motive for leaving the company.
14. The novel explores the characters’ hidden motives.
15. The motive behind her smile was mysterious.
16. He had no obvious motive for lying.
17. The police were unable to find a motive for the vandalism.
18. Her motive for volunteering was to gain experience.
19. They examined his personal motives for investing in the project.
20. The real motive behind the merger was kept confidential.
21. The motive in the painting was a recurring symbol of hope.
22. The politician’s motive for the speech was scrutinized by the media.
23. She acted out of a motive of kindness.
24. The artist’s motive was to challenge societal norms.
25. The writer’s motive was to convey a powerful message.
26. There seemed to be a hidden motive in his generosity.
27. Her motive for studying abroad was to gain new perspectives.
28. The motive behind the innovation was to solve a common problem.
29. The motive in his argument was to persuade the audience.
30. What is your motive for attending this conference?
31. The motive force behind the machine was a powerful engine.
32. She questioned the motive behind his sudden interest.
33. The true motive for the decision was revealed in the meeting.
34. The motive of the charity event was to support local schools.
35. The artist’s motive was to express his inner emotions.
36. His motive for writing the book was to share his experiences.
37. The motive behind the action was financial gain.
38. They investigated the motive for the anonymous donation.
39. The motive in the poem was a theme of lost love.
40. The scientists’ motive was to discover new knowledge.
41. His motive for the prank was to get attention.
42. The movie explores the motive behind the protagonist’s journey.
43. The motive behind the reform was to ensure fairness.
44. The suspect’s motive was jealousy.
45. The motive in the story was a recurring symbol of freedom.
46. The athlete’s motive was to break the world record.
47. What is the motive for your interest in this topic?
48. The motive behind the design was functionality and aesthetics.
49. Her motive for the research was to find a cure.
50. The motive of the meeting was to discuss future plans.