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intends

[ɪnˈtɛndz]

intends Definition

  • 1have (a course of action) as one's purpose or objective; plan
  • 2design or destine (someone or something) for a particular purpose or end

Using intends: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intends" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She intends to go to college next year.

  • Example

    I intend to finish this project by Friday.

  • Example

    The company intends to expand its operations overseas.

  • Example

    He intends on proposing to his girlfriend next month.

intends Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with intends

  • to have a particular effect or purpose

    Example

    This medicine is intended for the treatment of high blood pressure.

  • to have a plan or purpose to do something

    Example

    I intend to take a vacation next month.

  • to have a plan or purpose to do something in the future

    Example

    She intends on starting her own business next year.

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Summary: intends in Brief

The verb 'intends' [ɪnˈtɛndz] means to have a plan or purpose for a particular course of action, or to design or destine someone or something for a specific purpose or end. It is often used to express future plans, as in 'She intends to go to college next year,' and can be followed by 'for' to indicate a particular effect or purpose, as in 'This medicine is intended for the treatment of high blood pressure.'