intention
Example Sentences
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The Democratic influencer said she contacted the content creator Arielle Fodor, known online as Mrs. Frazzled, to validate others’ claims, with no intention of going public about her own story.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
In January, Allegiant announced its intention to buy rival budget carrier Sun Country for about $1.5 billion.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
He added that while it’s his intention to open by the 2028 L.A.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
While maintaining that he has no intention of taking up a post in President Cyril Ramaphosa's cabinet, Hill-Lewis does intend to maintain a firm grip over DA ministers in government.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
“And you have reared the boy, with the intention of taking him for your apprentice; is that so, Mr. Gargery?”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
Vocabulary lists containing intention
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