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intention

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. intention
2. aim

Refers to a person's intention or purpose behind an action, similar to "intent" in English. It is often used when discussing whether someone did something deliberately or what they were trying to achieve.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The morning note had the intention laid out clearly!

Sentence 2

I stated the conclusion first with the intention of keeping the discussion organized.

Sentence 3

If my intention isn't coming across, I'll explain with an example.

Sentence 4

Just to confirm — what is the intention behind this change?

Sentence 5

I apologized first with the intention of keeping the relationship intact.