intended

Example Sentences

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Iran had launched several ballistic missiles toward its neighbors in the region, but all failed to hit their intended targets, Central Command said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

On top of that, the $25,000 requirement may not have had the intended effect.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Through a Warner Music representative, Landman said the donation was for merchandise given to a friend, and was not intended as support for Pratt’s campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

During its yearly conference for technology developers, Microsoft executive Steven Bathiche showed off two "concepts" that the company has developed for hardware products intended for people who often use AI tools in their work.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He did not know what she intended, and he did not want to find out.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny