1
as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
her intention is to climb the highest peak in each of the 50 states
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as in senses
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
she was uncertain of the intention of his frantic gesturing
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Recent Examples of intentions
When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
However, the road to hell is paved with good intentions.
—Steve Tengler, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Cockburn added that a tournament such as the World Cup could hold the power to bring about positive change, but only if the intentions are genuinely there to do so.
—Ben Church, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Tech companies disclosed intentions to cut over 7,000 positions in the region, as reported by Mercury News.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Shoppers showed improved holiday spending intentions across all income levels, analysts found.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Quartz’s Will Gavin scopes out the Tesla CEO’s intentions.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
Front turn signals that are difficult to see may not clearly indicate the driver's intentions to other motorists.
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2024
The answer to this question depends on your intentions for adding a collagen cream to your skin-care routine.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
However, the road to hell is paved with good intentions.
—Steve Tengler, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Cockburn added that a tournament such as the World Cup could hold the power to bring about positive change, but only if the intentions are genuinely there to do so.
—Ben Church, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Tech companies disclosed intentions to cut over 7,000 positions in the region, as reported by Mercury News.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Shoppers showed improved holiday spending intentions across all income levels, analysts found.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
Quartz’s Will Gavin scopes out the Tesla CEO’s intentions.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
Front turn signals that are difficult to see may not clearly indicate the driver's intentions to other motorists.
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2024
The answer to this question depends on your intentions for adding a collagen cream to your skin-care routine.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intentions
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Even if their attorneys represent views, the attorneys’ goals are to win the litigation or reach a favorable settlement (one that would pay the attorneys quite well through attorneys’ fees).Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The 100% by 2035 figure is in fact a mandate, but the percentage goals between now and then are a bit more complicated.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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There is a third method, hybrid, but for all intents and purposes, business owners are going to use the cash or the accrual method.Karla Dennis, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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For all intents and purposes this version of Getter 1 is very similar to the one from the original manga and anime from the 70s.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
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Emotional intelligence and rapport remain critical to aligning objectives and driving results.Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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For me, top goals are often big-picture initiatives that move the company forward, like improving a major product feature, overhauling a company-wide process or aligning the leadership team on key objectives.Hope Horner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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California’s electric vehicle ambitions are facing a reality check.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Woolrich is setting its ambitions higher, fashion and luxury slowdown notwithstanding.Martino Carrera, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Begin with small, manageable changes that eventually add up, demonstrating to employees that your ideas are not only viable but beneficial.Mustafa Gandhi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This trend underscores the appeal of social commerce for consumers eager to shop directly from ideas on their favorite platforms, simplifying the holiday buying journey and creating a seamless, engaging experience.Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Intentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intentions. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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