letter of intent

noun phrase

: a written statement of the intention to enter into a formal agreement

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Lakeside Circle signed a letter of intent with a potential tenant, which operated a go-kart and mini-bike facility, which also offered axe-throwing, virtual reality games and other activities. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025 However, a selling company’s bargaining power is greatest prior to signing a letter of intent or term sheet. Allbusiness, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025 In Louisville, the city signed a letter of intent to enter an agreement. Shaila Dewan, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024 Most management assessments are conducted after the letter of intent (LOI) is signed, once the investor has exclusivity and the deal is moving forward. Dan Hawkins, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for letter of intent

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of letter of intent was in 1941

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“Letter of intent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/letter%20of%20intent. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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letter of intent

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