intention
Example Sentences
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Nathan Hochman announced his intention to drop the case, which was filed by his predecessor late last year.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
The Democratic influencer said she contacted the content creator Arielle Fodor, known online as Mrs. Frazzled, to validate others’ claims, with no intention of going public about her own story.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
But Pattison told the jury: "Mr Albadri's intention was not just focused on his application. The prosecution say he had other matters on his mind - matters far more sinister."
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
“I have no intention of leaving the Board until the investigation is well and truly over with transparency and finality,” Powell told reporters at the Fed’s March press conference.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
And I could tell Brother Zesht had no intention of honoring the debt, if ever they met again.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
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