pretensions

noun

Definition of pretensionsnext
plural of pretension
1
as in rights
an entitlement to something a pretension of long standing to the throne of Hungary

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2
as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish has serious pretensions of becoming a writer

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pretensions
  1. goals
  2. ambitions
  3. intentions
  4. ideas
  5. objectives
  6. intents
  7. aspirations
  8. things
Noun
  • This should have been obvious all along, but that combination of goals will prove to be fundamentally unworkable.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • With 11 goals and three assists across 23 appearances in all competitions, Diaz is thriving up front under Arne Slot and was the star player in a stunning 6-3 victory at Tottenham Hotspur.
    Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of goals
Noun
  • The two men connected over their similar ambitions.
    Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Think about the entrepreneurs who have changed industries and shaped the world; none of them were driven by modest ambitions.
    Melissa Houston, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of ambitions
Noun
  • Now is the time to set your intentions with a clear mind.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Players seeking a new start or better situation announced their intentions to enter the transfer portal hours after the Gators’ 31-11 win night at Florida State.
    Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of intentions
Noun
  • Without advice from the United States and its allies, Kyiv has produced unrealistic ideas on ending the war—such as Zelensky’s victory plan announced this fall.
    Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, school libraries have long served as vehicles to expose students to a broad array of ideas from authors who express unique, personal points of view.
    Jim Saunders, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of ideas
Noun
  • Security guarantees for Ukraine that are directly tied to the cessation of hostilities can advance all three of these objectives.
    Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Success will require careful consideration of competing interests, clear communication of objectives and concerns, and a commitment to responsible innovation.
    Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of objectives
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of intents
Noun
  • Businesses that get ahead are those that can align these sometimes seemingly conflicting positions and balance operational aspirations with financial realities.
    Richard Okon, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • By recognizing those with genuine potential early on, leaders can provide the necessary guidance and mentorship to help young employees develop a strong work ethic and realistic career aspirations.
    Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of aspirations
Noun
  • As the company has seen, things may be volatile at times.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Should things go badly, that’s another story.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of things
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