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as in plans
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 means
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 intends
The event was a true celebration for accomplishments in the live music world and the heights to which this community intends on taking the art of live entertainment in the near and distant future.
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Evan Burke, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
Nalavade would not say exactly when in 2026 Waymo intends to begin ferrying customers.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
Vannini doesn't think Clemson would be bothered too much if Swinney intends to leave for another program in a wild hiring cycle this year.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Now, Beijing intends to replicate that success in semiconductors, advanced machinery, biotechnology and quantum computing.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
But Duffy said that SpaceX had fallen behind and the government intends to foster competition.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
The union intends to launch the newsletter in early 2026.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
This is what happens when the general manager who built the team (Chris Grier) gets fired, is replaced by an outsider (interim GM Champ Kelly), and the franchise intends on starting fresh.
—Omar Kelly
november 4, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2025
China intends to be a near peer-to-peer advisory to us.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
Evan Burke, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
Nalavade would not say exactly when in 2026 Waymo intends to begin ferrying customers.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
Vannini doesn't think Clemson would be bothered too much if Swinney intends to leave for another program in a wild hiring cycle this year.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Now, Beijing intends to replicate that success in semiconductors, advanced machinery, biotechnology and quantum computing.
—Shaoyu Yuan, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
But Duffy said that SpaceX had fallen behind and the government intends to foster competition.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
The union intends to launch the newsletter in early 2026.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
This is what happens when the general manager who built the team (Chris Grier) gets fired, is replaced by an outsider (interim GM Champ Kelly), and the franchise intends on starting fresh.
—Omar Kelly
november 4, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2025
China intends to be a near peer-to-peer advisory to us.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intends
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The couple plans to grill hot dogs for the public again Sunday.—
Sean Clancy,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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The partnership plans to commence manufacturing at Framatome’s Richland, Washington facility in 2027, pending regulatory approvals.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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That means that the lowest-income families would be affected the least.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Plus, the very nature of recording your live stream of thoughts means a lot of editing later down the line.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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This continuation aims to honor that legacy while exploring the modern challenges of identity, independence, and purpose facing a new generation.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
11 Nov. 2025
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Momcozy’s current mix aims to meet those basics, then layer on small improvements like softer bindings and smoother interior seams.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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While the northern portion of the eyewall began moving ashore earlier on Tuesday morning, landfall signifies the moment when a hurricane's center crosses the shore onto land.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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Elsewhere in the Variety interview, Shakira noted that Bad Bunny's ascension signifies the rise of Spanish-language pop around the world.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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People play backgammon and dance around a campfire next to a Music Trunk with a record turntable, while a couple contemplates a frozen lake.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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In the finale, overwhelmed with guilt, Louis goes to a train station and contemplates suicide.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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This tells us that if P being true implies Q being true, then Q being false implies P also must be false.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 Nov. 2025
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The movie implies the 49th Missile Defense Battalion failed to intercept the missile.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Fraser hopes against hope that this whole debacle will increase their tip, however meagerly.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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The 3rd House is ruled by Scorpio, which denotes a need for truth in all communication.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
2 Oct. 2025
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Offering a complete range of tailored clothing, leather jackets, footwear, and accessories, JV denotes the taste of high fashion with a rebel aesthetic.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Intends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intends. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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