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Third Person
intends
Present Participle
intending
Past Tense
intended
Past Participle
intended
1
to have something in mind as a plan or purpose
transitive
- She intends to travel abroad next summer.
- He intends to pursue a career in medicine.
- They intend to save money for a down payment on a house.
- The company intends to launch a new product line next year.
- I intend to start exercising regularly to improve my health.
2
to plan or create something with a particular purpose or future use in mind
- The architect intended the building to serve as both a residence and a workspace.
- The garden was intended to provide a peaceful retreat for visitors.
- The restaurant was intended to attract food lovers who appreciate fine dining.
- The company intended the new marketing campaign to reach a younger audience.
- He intended the gift to be a surprise for her birthday.
3
to mean for a remark or action to express a particular attitude or feeling
transitive
- She didn’t intend any harm when she made that comment.
- No offense was intended by her remarks; she was simply being honest.
- I hope you didn’t think I intended any insult by my question.
- He didn't intend any sarcasm when he made the comment.
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