have every intention of

idiom

: to plan or want to (do something) : to intend to (do something)
We have every intention of continuing with this project, whatever the cost.

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Good morning, The Padres have every intention of bolstering their offense via trade this month. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025 China and India are being followed by Indonesia, and countries such as Brazil, Argentina, and Guyana have every intention of boosting their oil and gas production. The Editors, National Review, 27 Jan. 2025

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“Have every intention of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%20every%20intention%20of. Accessed 11 Aug. 2025.

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