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
Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 7 Apr. 2025
For now, the most exclusive address in American diplomacy stands empty, its intended resident sidelined by the tough math of congressional politics.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 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
Even many within the industrial sector, the intended beneficiary of Trump’s tariffs, are fearful of how much costs could rise for U.S. production.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 7 Apr. 2025
For now, the most exclusive address in American diplomacy stands empty, its intended resident sidelined by the tough math of congressional politics.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 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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Not an add-on department, but a deliberate disruption team.—
Abigail Stuart,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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These philosophies manifest in Benesse House's deliberate restraint—spaces designed for contemplation rather than excessive comfort and convenience.—
Ryan Craggs,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This could spark a secret crush or dreams of a past lover may resurface.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The attire will be a return to form for Combs, a fashion lover who partly rose to superstardom with the success of his Sean John clothing brand.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
2 May 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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Terrain mats are portable swaths of artificial turf meant to simulate a putting green.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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What that meant, however, was taking shape.—
Doug Haller,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The victim, a man in his 20s, was alert and conscious and was transported to an area hospital for treatment, Boisvert said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
22 Apr. 2025
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First responders arrived at the scene around 10:03 a.m. to find Joseph conscious and alert, the sheriff's office said.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Her boyfriend, actor Callum Turner, was featured in many of the photos, which also featured them hanging out on the beautiful beaches in Albania.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The three women lived at the off-campus home with two female roommates who went physically unharmed in the attack, while Chapin was Kernodle’s boyfriend and slept over for the night.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Washington Post reports that the Office of Personnel Management basically told HR officials across the government that the emails are voluntary and that the agency didn't plan to do anything with the emails that were submitted.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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The 49ers’ voluntary offseason program got underway Tuesday, while the trio named above awaits contract extensions befitting their status as underpaid leaders on a franchise in flux.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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James Farthing and his girlfriend were arrested at the TradeWinds Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida, on Tuesday, according to an arrest warrant affidavit obtained by USA TODAY on Friday.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Other phantoms visit, including Darin’s early girlfriend Connie Francis (Gracie Lawrence), but all lovers fade in the face of larger losses.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
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“Intended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intended. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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