intend
verb (used with object)
to have in mind as something to be done or brought about; plan.
intends
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present tense formof intend (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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What Hegseth intends to do would indeed be shameful.
From Slate ● Oct. 9, 2026
Imperial Brands also said it intends to achieve at least 320 million pounds of savings by 2030.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
Sir Chris had flown to England on Wednesday night for private reasons but it is understood he intends to return to Hillsborough Castle on Thursday evening.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
The club has said it intends to appeal the ruling.
From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026
“That’s what he intends, Father. That’s what he said.”
From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan
