intent

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The artist is intent on fulfilling that promise.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The roughly 38 minutes of music on “Electrical Field of Love” express a clear musical intent shrouded in sonic mysteries, with one unanswered question: What’s in the other five-plus hours?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

It said the investigation concerns "instigation of breach of trust, computer fraud and false attestation with the intent to obtain for another an unlawful benefit."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Carrick's view is if the basics are right and training hits the right levels, the intent provides more value than extended practice.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Things about focus and intent that he does not entirely understand.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern