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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
her intention is to climb the highest peak in each of the 50 states
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as in senses
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
she was uncertain of the intention of his frantic gesturing
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Recent Examples of intentions
The root of Disco is tension — between Styles and an ex, between an artist and himself, between a pop star and a fandom’s gaze, and between serious intentions and sometimes silly lyricism.
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Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
And on Wednesday night, Tan shed a light on Broadcom's customer spending intentions beyond 2026.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Then, as Polly’s (Helen McRory) stand-in, Kaulo (Rebecca Ferguson), the mystical twin of Tommy’s long-dead Roma lover (and Duke’s mother), who has dubious intentions — and an equally iffy accent to match.
—Miriam Balanescu, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2026
After the crude comment and other comments about the Steelers hiring his former Green Bay Packers head coach and Pittsburgh native Mike McCarthy, Rodgers was asked by McAfee about his football intentions in a roundabout way.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Nothing feels worse than the sickening realization that your good intentions harmed the beautiful birds in your yard.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
On top of that, there are agents that begin with good intentions but can turn against users and become scammers themselves when users loosen the reins — forcing security companies to adapt in real time to shifting threats.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 4 Mar. 2026
And the third is intentions of the team, both for the region and here at home.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
This constant pushing at the boundaries of what the law will allow has made the public distrustful of the government’s intentions.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
And on Wednesday night, Tan shed a light on Broadcom's customer spending intentions beyond 2026.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026
Then, as Polly’s (Helen McRory) stand-in, Kaulo (Rebecca Ferguson), the mystical twin of Tommy’s long-dead Roma lover (and Duke’s mother), who has dubious intentions — and an equally iffy accent to match.
—Miriam Balanescu, IndieWire, 5 Mar. 2026
After the crude comment and other comments about the Steelers hiring his former Green Bay Packers head coach and Pittsburgh native Mike McCarthy, Rodgers was asked by McAfee about his football intentions in a roundabout way.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Nothing feels worse than the sickening realization that your good intentions harmed the beautiful birds in your yard.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
On top of that, there are agents that begin with good intentions but can turn against users and become scammers themselves when users loosen the reins — forcing security companies to adapt in real time to shifting threats.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 4 Mar. 2026
And the third is intentions of the team, both for the region and here at home.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
This constant pushing at the boundaries of what the law will allow has made the public distrustful of the government’s intentions.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intentions
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But his candid portrayal of challenges and tech goals on Thursday was far more measured in tone.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Forward Paulinho has six goals and one assist in the 2026 Clausura, while Alexis Vega has returned from injury.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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You are brought to your senses, this time by squawking and the rapid beating of wings.—
Addie Citchens,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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Let some quiet music gently soothe your senses while worries drift away.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Your 9th House of Higher Learning is empowered by Luna’s entry into Capricorn, encouraging you to make plans that broaden your view.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Cheng said this is also the year of the fire horse, which occurs every 60 years and gives the sign more intense meanings besides those of a regular horse.—
Daniella Walsh,
Oc Register,
1 Mar. 2026
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The result is a joyful and naturalistic celebration of the term’s many meanings and manifestations.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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Express Employment Professionals, a staffing agency that has worked with 13 NCIA graduates in the last 18 months, confirmed that many could not be placed because the positions require a full license for insurance purposes.—
Brendan Hellweg,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2026
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Doors that at a glance appeared to be open were for all intents and purposes closed to them.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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Sánchez Bezos, who, for all intents and purposes, is perhaps somewhat of a neo-Melania—the woman who married the ultimate billionaire du jour—has also graced a Vogue cover in her wedding dress.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
4 Mar. 2026
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Mid-May could bring a brief cluster to navigate, but new fresh air and freedom and intensification of objectives soon follow.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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What are your clear objectives?—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Mar. 2026
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The twist is — as a lower third on screen indicated — the contents of the notes were changed between dress rehearsal and going live.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
8 Mar. 2026
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Inside the museum’s exhibition halls, display cases stand empty, stripped of their lightweight, high-value contents during a period of occupation by the Rapid Support Forces from April 15, 2023, until early last year.—
Eissa Dafallah,
NBC news,
8 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Intentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intentions. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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