Definition of intentional
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Examples of intentional in a Sentence
an intentional and premeditated killing
I apologize for the omission of your name from the list. It was not intentional.
Recent Examples of intentional from the Web
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Still, some international experts argue that the shooting was not only intentional, but premeditated.
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In the bottom of the eighth, the Knights loaded the bases on two hits and an intentional walk.
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Birk is scheduled for a preliminary hearing Friday on the new charge of conspiracy to commit first-degree intentional homicide in the murder-for-hire plot.
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California passed a revenge porn law in 2013, making the intentional and public dissemination of nude photos without someone's consent specifically to cause emotional harm a crime.
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Environmental groups contend that actual methane emissions from leaks and intentional venting at fossil-fuel operations are many times greater than what is now publicly reported.
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The family's lawsuit alleges breach of contract, negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
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Terrorism was not suspected, and the crash did not appear to be intentional, law enforcement officials told MassLive and the Boston Globe.
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Then after an intentional walk loaded the bases, JT Riddle grounded sharply to second base.
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First Known Use of intentional
circa 1677
Synonym Discussion of intentional
INTENTIONAL Defined for English Language Learners
intentional
playDefinition of intentional for English Language Learners
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: done in a way that is planned or intended
INTENTIONAL Defined for Kids
intentional
playDefinition of intentional for Students
: done in a deliberate way : not accidental an intentional error
intentionally
adverbLaw Dictionary
intentional
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: done with intent an intentional tort intentional discrimination
intentionally
adverbLearn More about intentional
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