intends

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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intends

"I don't think this will lead to any changes on the front lines," he told reporters, adding that Moscow intends to continue pressing on with its almost four-and-a-half-year offensive.

From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026

It’s unclear whether the company intends to replace her.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026

The Express wants to know how Burnham intends to "bring back hope" to the UK, suggesting that new prime minister was "sketchy on the details" in his speech outside No 10.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026

It added that he had obtained a visa to enter the US and that he intends to perform in Miami later in the day.

From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026

“The bailiff told people he intends to go along the northern road.”

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi