accidentally on purpose

This is a word that my sister & I & our friends all used in the 70' & 80's as kids growing up.

It meant that you did something on purpose, (possibly something you already suspected wasn't a great idea)

but a larger unexpected outcome that resulted was an accident.

I was skipping stones in the lake & I accidentally on purpose hit Christina in the head with a rock. (true story...why was I skipping stones in the direction of anyone's head!!)

In 7th grade I accidentally on purpose flooded the home ec classroom with suds because I decided to throw a bar of soap into the dishwasher to see what happened after the teacher specifically pointed out that we should only use dishwasher detergent. (true)

I accidentally on purpose got a huge burn blister on my thumb when I pressed it on the outside of the waffle iron at my godmother's house to see if the outside was also hot like the inside. (also true)

accidentally on purpose by KateKennedyDance August 11, 2014

Accidentally on Purpose

1. When you have every intention of meeting "that" guy for a drink...but don't want him to asume it.
"Ok, I may show up accidentally on purpose"

2. Deliberately, but feigning (not by) accident.

Origin
The first printed record of this phrase is from The history of the famous preacher Friar Gerund de Campazas, by José Francisco de Isla, 1772:

Tell us what is Modesty of Voice, for you happened accidentally on purpose to drop this word, and I don't rightly know what it signifies.

footnote:
Accidentally on Purpose was an American television situation comedy series, which premiered on CBS on September 21, 2009 and concluded on April 21, 2010.

Accidentally on Purpose by Cruise Director January 7, 2011

Winning On Purpose 

"Winning on purpose" refers to deliberately and intentionally achieving a desired outcome or victory in a specific situation or competition. It involves setting clear goals and objectives, developing a strategic plan, and executing it with determination and focus. Winning on purpose requires a combination of skill, effort, and mental fortitude, as well as a positive mindset and the ability to adapt and make quick decisions. It may also involve considering the potential consequences and impact of the win on oneself and others. Ultimately, winning on purpose is about taking control of one's actions and choices in order to achieve a specific desired result.

Certainly! Here's an example of how the phrase "winning on purpose" can be used in a sentence:

"After carefully analyzing the competition and understanding the judges' preferences, she developed a strategic plan to ensure she was winning on purpose in the pitch competition."

Winning On Purpose by 1st Lady Of The West Coast January 29, 2024

Accidentally on purpose

When someone doesn't know or isnt fully aware and the outcome turns in their favor.

"With luck on our side at the casino on a game the wager isnt exactly the lower wager intended,

with no delay to confirm eagerly I push the button to accidentally on purpose hit a jackpot!"

Accidentally on purpose by Trwilliamsnexlevel March 13, 2025

By accident on purpose 

When you did not plan on doing something but it happened anyways

So last weekend I spent all my money by accident on purpose because my best friend took me shopping

By accident on purpose by Ezra Adriaan March 25, 2022

Have an on purpose 

When you have an accident, you crash your car because you were an idiot or were not paying enough attention.

When you have an on-purpose, you crash your car on purpose. There is no accident, rather, this was a deliberate, calculated, action.

That driver in that junker car is about to have an on purpose with that rich guy he is pissed off at. He has little to lose.

Have an on purpose by Some rando out there May 19, 2024

afaird them on purpose with a true reason 

afaird them on purpose with a true reason due to the fact they don't stop until they don't have enough.

You know you are afaird them on purpose with a true reason when they gangstalk, gangstalking is a heinous crime people that do these behaviors should have life forever in prison.

afaird them on purpose with a true reason by ONLY TRUTH TELLER August 9, 2025