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as in to plan
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 to mean
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 intend
The exhibition also includes life-size recreations of areas of the ship intended to show what daily life was like on board for passengers across different classes.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
Petition was never intended to be performative.
—Brielle Miller, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, New York attorney general Letitia James has announced that more than two dozen states intend to keep suing Live Nation without the federal government.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Their signing comes ahead of the upcoming installment of SXSW, where the duo will be taking meetings to discuss their next project, an original sci-fi horror film called Patterns that’s intended as the first in a franchise.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
Petition was never intended to be performative.
—Brielle Miller, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, New York attorney general Letitia James has announced that more than two dozen states intend to keep suing Live Nation without the federal government.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
Their signing comes ahead of the upcoming installment of SXSW, where the duo will be taking meetings to discuss their next project, an original sci-fi horror film called Patterns that’s intended as the first in a franchise.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intend
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Add all that to ideal daytime temps in the mid-70s, and a low chance of showers before the rainy season begins around June, and your last-minute CDMX trip practically plans itself.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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Lebuhn, with last week’s filing, was charged in a criminal information — as opposed to a grand jury indictment — which is typically an indication that a defendant plans to plead guilty.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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War powers resolutions enjoy special privileges in both legislative chambers, meaning the minority party can force votes on them even against the wishes of the majority party − in this case, the GOP.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
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The away jersey features a white background with green horizontal lines inspired by the state’s agricultural roots and meant to reflect layered fields, according to the press release.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Remaining passengers on affected vessels also hope to eventually disembark and fly home, but with the geopolitical situation fluid and unstable, return dates are uncertain.—
Francesca Street,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Democrats hope that dissatisfaction will translate to voters, with Republicans looking to stave off losses in November.—
From Staff Reports,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
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In many parts of India, people light large bonfires the night before the festival to signify the destruction of evil and victory of good.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Depending on the tone or the song, the comma can come to signify boundary or bridge.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
2 Mar. 2026
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Indeed, in recent weeks, judges in two federal cases have drawn a line that seems to have eluded many others contemplating AI.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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By contemplating these three items right now, savers can better determine which of the two accounts fits their needs and goals better.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Swaps imply two full 25-basis-point hikes by the ECB this year compared with one on Friday.—
James Hirai,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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As the name implies, this cool dessert is a true delight.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Two months after the anniversary of the devastating Southern California firestorms, several legislators at the state Capitol unveiled a package of bills aimed at preventing wildfires and lessening their harms.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Saudi Arabia’s Patriot batteries stopped a salvo of ballistic missiles aimed at energy facilities.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
5 Mar. 2026
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Without a letter denoting a political party next to their name on the ballot, independent candidates have historically gotten lost in the mix.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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On an easel, a map of the Middle East, with American flag pins denoting US military positions.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Intend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intend. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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