intend
Pronunciation: [ɪnˈtɛnd]
Word
Context: "plan"
(verb) to have a goal or purpose in mind for what you want to do. It's when you think about something you want to achieve or make happen.
Example
I intend to finish my homework before dinner.
Example
He didn’t intend to miss the meeting; something came up.
Example
What do you intend to do after school today?
Context: "communication"
(verb) to mean or want to express a certain idea. It’s about how someone wants their words to be understood.
Example
When I said I was tired, I intended to suggest we take a break.
Example
I didn’t intend for my comments to upset anyone.
Example
What did you intend to convey with that message?
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