as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
you may feign innocence, but I know that that last remark was an intended dig
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as in lover
the person to whom one is engaged to be married
after a bit of bickering, she and her intended have finally picked out a wedding site
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as in planned
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
an aspiring entrepreneur who intends to revolutionize the biotech industry
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as in meant
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
lawyers for both sides argued for days about what was intended by a particular phrase in the law
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Recent Examples of intended
Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Depending on your intended goal, there may be a best time of day to eat bananas.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 25 June 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
They would be made with the same technique but in a material never intended to be utilitarian.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Which cities can see ULA Atlas V rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida?
ULA provided a helpful graphic (see above) that shows the Atlas V launch of Kuiper 1 for Amazon and its intended flight path and launch visibility.
—Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Depending on your intended goal, there may be a best time of day to eat bananas.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 25 June 2025
Verb
Despite the name, Baker said the collection is not rooted in basketball but rather was intended to be a collection that had sport as a major inspiration.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
They would be made with the same technique but in a material never intended to be utilitarian.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intended
Adjective
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Choosing to slow decision-making processes and make deliberate moves can seem radical in a competitive business market, but this investment over time can result in significant changes with lasting effects.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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While clutter implies disorganization or neglect, the messy girl look is a deliberate embrace of imperfection that still feels cozy and intentional.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 July 2025
Noun
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On the hunt for the key to a country music lover’s heart?—
Ramal Nasim
July 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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Beach lovers should check out Britannia Beach and then continue to drive north towards Sea to Sky Gondola.—
Miriam Porter,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Electoral authorities reported voter participation of more than 80% and planned to release initial results within two hours.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Spanning over 14,000 square feet, the home offers a harmonious balance of grandeur and warmth — every inch thoughtfully planned and immaculately maintained.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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What that meant, however, was taking shape.—
Doug Haller,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Terrain mats are portable swaths of artificial turf meant to simulate a putting green.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Renaissance people weren’t conscious egalitarians, but they were accustomed to open contests and competitions, one of the hallmarks of modernity.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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The company made a conscious shift away from chasing growth for its own sake and began emphasizing capital discipline, margins, and long-term resilience.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
28 July 2025
Noun
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This summer also saw Harry at Royal Portrush to support her boyfriend, Jacob Skov Olesen, who co-led the Open after the first round.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Jenny's boyfriend, Jonah (Franco); and Morgan's husband, Chris (Eastwood).—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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On June 9, Alma Pak International LLC announced a voluntary recall of 400 boxes of its organic blueberries due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The program also focuses on ensuring participation remains voluntary and contingent upon parental consent.—
William A. Haseltine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Unlike their relatively simple origin in the comic—a brilliant scientist, his best friend, his girlfriend and her kid brother go into space and are bombarded by cosmic rays—the creation of the Fantastic Four title is shrouded in mystery, controversy, and litigation.—
Oliver Staley,
Time,
25 July 2025
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The clip opens with Thompson sweetly picking out an outfit for his Grammy-winning girlfriend before cutting to the couple riding on a golf cart, the NBA star lighting up a cigar while driving Ms. Stallion around the putting green.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
24 July 2025
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“Intended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intended. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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