hope to

VERB

intend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aim contemplate design designate destine expect mean plan propose resolve think try

STRONG

appoint attempt connote decree dedicate denote devote endeavor essay express import indicate meditate ordain plot purpose reserve scheme signify spell strive

WEAK

add up aspire to be determined be resolved figure on have in mind look forward set apart set aside

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelieve disregard forget ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle dismiss misuse use waste

Example Sentences

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The reason, Coleman explains, is simple: The couple no longer feel the need for such a vast space and hope to create a new custom dwelling that is much smaller.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

“The world that I hope to see created is one in which the people democratically control the wealth that they create with their labor,” Riley says with a mix of calm and charisma that’s invigorating.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The researchers now hope to demonstrate these effects experimentally.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

Private equity firms currently hold more than 30,000 companies that they hope to exit, a backlog that has slowed availability of capital for new prospects.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“Cross my heart and hope to die. Do you need me to pinkie-promise, too?”

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty

hope to

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