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as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
I'm sorry that I hurt your feelings; that wasn't my intent
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as in intention
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the wording was a little unclear, but I think I grasped the intent
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as in resolute
fully committed to achieving a goal
intent on finishing her sculpture in time for the group show
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as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
he was so intent on his work that he didn't hear the dog bark
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as in earnestness
a mental state free of jesting or trifling
studied the dance steps with obvious intentness
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Recent Examples of intent
Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
Tullman, 65, described his intent to offer an upscale, all-adult experience with a dress code.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Melissa Willets, Parents, 12 May 2025
Which classic Maserati should be a would-be-owner’s first choice comes down to aesthetic preferences, intent, and, of course, resources.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 7 May 2025
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Noun
Jim's intent to sell is a major plot point throughout the final episodes.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 16 May 2025
Tullman, 65, described his intent to offer an upscale, all-adult experience with a dress code.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Adjective
If your child is intent on trying it, Dr. Spearman suggests asking what appeals to them about the approach, such as being frustrated with breakouts.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 12 May 2025
Which classic Maserati should be a would-be-owner’s first choice comes down to aesthetic preferences, intent, and, of course, resources.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intent
Adjective
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The closest thing that comes to mind is probably Terrence Malick’s The Tree of Life, although this is Malick by way of Jane Campion and Michael Haneke, shifting between fleeting coming-of-age moments and scenes of resolute darkness and human cruelty.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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It was never sold in the U.S. thanks to the unwavering objections of a resolute reviewer at the FDA named Frances Oldham Kelsey.—
David Armstrong,
CNN Money,
10 May 2025
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And if culture is the battlefield, Abdul Muhammad II is determined to win—not with force, but with wisdom.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Animal lovers have been left in stitches by a young German shepherd dog who discovered a spot of light on the floor and was determined to get to the bottom of it.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Salespeople would cite the software upgrades to those interested in buying.—
Chris Kirkham,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Arsenal are also interested in the possibility of adding a wide player, although such a signing might require one of their existing options to depart.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Today's ruling is another clear and decisive victory that will ensure the lives of countless unborn children remain protected and that South Carolina continues to lead the charge in defending the sanctity of life.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Charlotte’s victory in the series-deciding finale improved its record to 3-4 all time in its modern history (since 1994) and was the second in three season; Charlotte won the decisive third game of a best-of-three series in 2023 over Lehigh Valley.—
Richard Walker,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Despite the recent diagnosis, Grunberg is maintaining a positive outlook.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Both are key members of our squad whose contributions are mostly positive.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
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“Intent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intent. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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