intentions
- plural of intention.
Example Sentences
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"I know what he wants to do, but you need the consent of some people," he said, adding without evidence that he questioned the intentions of some Fed policymakers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
As Warsh has promised less communication over interest-rate intentions, investors will have no choice but to turn their attention to data and the next meeting in two months.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
The European steel and metal processor views the U.S. company’s intentions as broadly positive, but stopped short of recommending acceptance of the offer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
The executive order, he said, is about saying “enough of just good intentions ... we’re not delivering fundamental results.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
It will always happen that he who is not your friend will request your neutrality, and he who is your friend will ask you to disclose your intentions by taking up arms.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
