intention

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If designers understood the hurdles that users faced, they could reduce the friction between intention and action by making the machine intuitive to use.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

In early March, Bern announced its intention to examine the acquisition of an additional long-range surface-to-air missile system, preferably manufactured in Europe, to complement the Patriot system.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

In 2021 the Chicago Bears signed a purchase agreement for land at a former racetrack in nearby Arlington Heights, with the intention of razing the existing facility and building a new stadium.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

He had no intention of using any of these items, but that wasn’t the question he had been asked.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“I have no intention of smacking your poor, tender head,” said Gwydion.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander