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[in-tent] / ɪnˈtɛnt /


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Mr. Romm complicates matters further by adding quotes from other sources to Stobaeus’ selections, diluting the book’s ability to show us the anthologist’s true intent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The State Department says they must demonstrate "your intent to depart the United States after your trip, and/ or your ability to pay all costs of the trip".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Apple needs to “evolve Siri into an agent that understands intent, retrieves context, calls apps and completes workflows,” Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan wrote in a note last week.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

“What is the intent behind revoking the visas, and, furthermore, making that information public?” she asked.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

He keeps his eyes cast down, intent on his work, and does not answer me.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone




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