intentions

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aim, purpose n.
goal n.

NOUN

aim, purpose

Synonyms

WEAK

acceptation animus bottom line conation design desire drift end goal heart hope idea import intendment meaning meat name of the game nature notion nub nuts and bolts object objective plan point project purport scheme score sense significance significancy signification target understanding volition will wish

NOUN

goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aim hope motive objective plan purpose

STRONG

animus design designation drift end impulsion object point struggle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discouragement

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intentions

“From our pets to our cars, we infer and attribute emotions, intentions, and minds to non-human entities,” Suleyman wrote.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

On the first day of early voting in Texas, Aaron Reitz, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas, posted a YouTube video announcing his intentions.

From Salon ● Nov. 3, 2026

A Datalfolha institute poll this week showed them tied with 50 percent of voting intentions.

From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2026

They said a parliamentary group on African repatriation had highlighted "ethical concerns" over the display of such remains due to the "constant disregard" of potential wishes and intentions of ancestors who buried them.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

Despite her good intentions, Penelope could not help being cheerful about the lackluster condition of her hair.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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