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intent

[in-tent] / ɪnˈtɛnt /


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The artist is intent on fulfilling that promise.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Sale's director of rugby Alex Sanderson described Lawes' arrival as a "sign of intent" from the owners to put the club "on the map".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

His lawyer has said Vescovi had no criminal intent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

It said the investigation concerns "instigation of breach of trust, computer fraud and false attestation with the intent to obtain for another an unlawful benefit."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

He had said root worked with intent, and you had to have what you wanted to accomplish in mind.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce