intended

Example Sentences

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Nobody expects “House of the Dragon” to be an educational exercise, or even an overt cautionary tale, any more than “Game of Thrones” was intended to be.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

“Sanctions should not linger so long that their intended effects create unintended consequences.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

"This state of emergency is not intended to take away normalcy, but to restore it."

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

While officials say the project is intended to reduce traffic congestion and ease pressure on local roads, residents at a recent community meeting focused more on the immediate impact and communication.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

To be in disguise was different than mere pretending, for a disguise was intended to actually fool people.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood