intention
Example Sentences
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The original intention was to honor overlooked contributions and correct historical omissions.
“Home Alone” certainly made Culkin a star, which was its intention, and O’Hara, by dint of John Hughes’ characterization, an able partner.
From Salon
The master clearly had no intention to, and I was already beginning to realize he wanted no kinship among his workers, so I knew they wouldn’t, either.
From Literature
The agreement prevented the uncontrolled build-up of nuclear weapons and provided the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals with transparency measures to avoid misjudging each other's intentions.
From BBC
They warn in a note that there is already low visibility on ad spend intentions into 2026, although operators are optimistic that volumes will improve.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
