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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
her intention is to climb the highest peak in each of the 50 states
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as in senses
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
she was uncertain of the intention of his frantic gesturing
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Recent Examples of intentions
Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.
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Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
As the Waltons have become more and more involved in the city’s development, some have started to express harsh skepticism about their intentions.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
The report Thursday also showed that hiring intentions almost tripled from the previous month.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Macomb County Animal Control Staff said situations like this often begin with good intentions, when the number of pets in a home grows beyond what can be realistically managed.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Enlist their support in keeping you accountable to your best intentions.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite Blanche’s intentions, the Epstein case may continue being a point of concern on Capitol Hill.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
With Digital Product Passport (DPP) looming on the EU’s horizon, brands need more than good intentions.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
My sole interaction with the mother was calm and with good intentions, and the outcome of the encounter is regretful.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
As the Waltons have become more and more involved in the city’s development, some have started to express harsh skepticism about their intentions.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
The report Thursday also showed that hiring intentions almost tripled from the previous month.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Macomb County Animal Control Staff said situations like this often begin with good intentions, when the number of pets in a home grows beyond what can be realistically managed.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Enlist their support in keeping you accountable to your best intentions.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Despite Blanche’s intentions, the Epstein case may continue being a point of concern on Capitol Hill.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 3 Apr. 2026
With Digital Product Passport (DPP) looming on the EU’s horizon, brands need more than good intentions.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
My sole interaction with the mother was calm and with good intentions, and the outcome of the encounter is regretful.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intentions
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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But step through its shiplap door, and your senses shift again.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Engaging the senses centers mindfulness even in the most hectic work environments, lowering stress and opening up the headspace for thinking.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, the mission will test flight controllers and procedures needed to safely send astronauts back to the moon for long-duration stays as NASA makes plans for a future moon base.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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As of late March, these two meanings have converged.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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But in the excitement over human exploration of the moon, the meanings behind the missions' namesakes and the mythological figures that inspired them can get lost.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The robotic characters break free from their restaurant resting place to cause chaos in town, while the villainous Marionette pops up to possess victims for her own nefarious purposes.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Trump has not only stolen top-secret government files, apparently for business purposes but used his office to harass and investigate his political targets.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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That’s a pretty wide, public airing of grievances against a locker room that is, for all intents and purposes, winning.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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For all intents and purposes, the playoffs have begun.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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Coupled with a significant degradation of Iranian military power, something already underway, these objectives would constitute an acceptable end to the war.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Mar. 2026
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The talks come as thousands of additional Marines arrive in the region despite officials insisting that objectives can be achieved without launching a ground war.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Mar. 2026
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The contents of the message are unclear.—
James Legge,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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Even so, my ideal pantry starter kit will look different from yours, or your neighbor’s, or your best friend’s, its contents dependent on your flavor and cuisine preferences and lifestyle choices.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Intentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intentions. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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