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intend

[in-tend] / ɪnˈtɛnd /
VERB
have in mind; determine
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 hope to 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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“Even if you intend to do a limited operation, you don’t know if it’s actually going to be limited. If things go wrong, it could end up being significantly longer.”

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Because if we think about domicile as “presence with intent to remain,” well, enslaved people didn’t intend to remain anywhere!

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Cardrooms have until the end of May to submit a plan showing how they intend to comply with the rules.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

“Going forward, we intend to further negotiate with various suppliers to secure enough supply to meet the demand of our customers.”

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

And that’s what I intend to do, no matter what.

From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.