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intending

[in-ten-ding] / ɪnˈtɛn dɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
minded
Synonyms
STRONGEST
determined inclined
STRONG
contemplating convinced decided disposed liking planning purposing resolved willing
WEAK
aiming at aspiring to desirous leaning toward settled on thinking of
Antonyms
STRONG
unwilling
WEAK
disinclined undetermined
PREPOSITION
about to
Synonyms
WEAK
almost at the point of fixing to on the verge of ready set willing to

Example Sentences

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“Nobody was intending to pre-empt the New Jersey state gaming commission,” he says.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

That is what we’re intending the audience to feel.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

I went straight to Michael and said, 'Look, I was never intending to upset you'.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

The company has plans to expand local research and development partnerships, intending to accelerate localization across the supply chain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

“I hope you’re intending to reward my daughter. I am sure it took no small amount of persuasion to bring him here.”

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black