noun
definition
A purpose; something that is intended.
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The state of someone’s mind at the time of committing an offence.
adjective
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Firmly fixed or concentrated on something.
example
a mind intent on self-improvement
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Engrossed.
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Unwavering from a course of action.
Examples of intent in a Sentence
It wasn't my intent to hide anything from you.
She glanced up and met his intent gaze.
They put her through college and it was her intent to stay with them as long as they needed her.
Finally, his intent gaze left the glass and found hers.
Letting go of her chin, his intent gaze met hers.
Her intent was obvious, but Cynthia decided to play dumb.
She could feel his intent gaze on her.
His soldiers were intent on saving themselves.
If that was her intent, she knew by now that it had been foiled.
Had he come over that stormy night while Alex was away with the intent of making Alex believe they were having an affair?
The adjutant, also, had evidently had no evil intent though he might have refrained from coming in.
Her eyes traveled with intent interest over his face and followed the trail of her fingers down his neck.
Was she always misinterpreting his intent, or was he merely quick-witted enough to think of a good excuse on the spur of the moment?
She sifted through the pictures, aware of the intent attention the others paid her.
She followed, intent on having her tea by the window as she did every morning.
Maybe she had misjudged his intent.
His tone was unassuming, but his gaze was intent, as if he were trying to gauge if she recognized him or not.
Kris looked at his condemned brother anew, not sure how to take Rhyn.s newfound intent and resolve.
I telephoned Martha LeBlanc with the intent of a quick thank-you for our prior weekend visit but she was in a mood to chat.
Finally, as wide awake as a kid on Christmas morning, he gave up the ghosts and dressed, intent on making the trip for the sole satisfaction of punching out Vinnie Baratto.
Her intent gaze was inquisitive, her eyebrows raised in a silent question.
Kris felt the intent gazes of both of his deputies, who left the obvious unvoiced.
I bear no intent to harm you.
Three of the dogs ignored the feast, intent on her progress toward the barn.
Be sure to put your intent to resign in writing.
He stared at her long and hard, his expression intent.
She didn't deserve to die, regardless of her intent.
His gaze was intent.
Your partner may not be pleased with your conclusions, but she can at least admire your tone and intent.
Surely Alex wasn't blind to the manipulation going on with intent to keep him in Texas.
Much as she liked Sarah, the idea of Giddon's displeasure would prohibit any such intent.
Obviously he had forgotten it was there and he thought she had misread his intent.
His look was intent, the gold of his irises swirling.
Dusty's gaze grew intent.
His intent gaze found hers, but he made no attempt to write.
Warmth invaded her face when she realized his intent.
As he lifted her leg and began pressing his lower torso against her, she finally realized his intent.
Taking both his hands in hers, she focused on his intent gaze.
Whatever his intent, he was chasing her – and she certainly hadn't imagined the kiss.
His intent gaze challenged her to deny the statement.
I am guessing that your boyfriend's intent was not to hurt you, which would explain why he changed his mind about his request.
However, taking the time to ask these questions deliberately, with intent, can be a way for you to see a side of your boyfriend that you might not expect to see.
Even though one of you will feel shortchanged, try to be friends or at least have the intent of being friends in the future.
The deep state appears to consist of elements in both the private and the public sector intent on furthering their own political agenda.
Howie was hot, which I'm sure was Betsy's intent.
His intent gaze was steady, and she wondered if he could read her mind like her father did.
She forgot her shaky body and the whirling of her emotions and strode toward the door, intent on discovering if he had done this and if so, if he had more.
Kiera concentrated on her movements rather than the silent form across from her, intent on not looking like a fool in front of a master warrior.
We can't suppose the knife was originally taken with any murderous intent.
Josh took her by the arm and leaned down, brushing her lips with his before she realized his intent.