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

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“Placing thousands of people in warehouses that were never intended to house human beings will only exacerbate these problems,” the letter reads.

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Michael Farris, general counsel for National Religious Broadcasters, the lead plaintiff in the case, said that he intended to appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 14th Amendment was intended to constitutionalize, not alter, the Civil Rights Act.

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The company intends to build renewable-powered microgrids—which generate and store energy locally—along rail corridors to supply the electricity it needs, she said.

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He also highlighted a five-year innovation pipeline intended to support both core confectionery and newer categories.

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