intent on/upon (something)
idiom
: giving all of one's attention and effort to a specific task or goal
She seems intent on destroying our credibility.
They were intent on their work.
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The La Jolla Shores Permit Review Committee returned to meeting online this week, and though its first meeting back on Zoom since the COVID-19 pandemic didn’t go as smoothly as hoped, the board is intent on sticking to the virtual format.
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Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2025
David Hogg, whether inside the DNC or out, is intent on shaping that definition.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Travelers were also intent on connecting with the past.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 14 May 2025
If your child is intent on trying it, Dr. Spearman suggests asking what appeals to them about the approach, such as being frustrated with breakouts.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 12 May 2025
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Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2025
David Hogg, whether inside the DNC or out, is intent on shaping that definition.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
Travelers were also intent on connecting with the past.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 14 May 2025
If your child is intent on trying it, Dr. Spearman suggests asking what appeals to them about the approach, such as being frustrated with breakouts.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 12 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for intent on/upon (something)
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“Intent on/upon (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intent%20on%2Fupon%20%28something%29. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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