intent on/upon (something)
idiom
: giving all of one's attention and effort to a specific task or goal
She seems intent on destroying our credibility.
They were intent on their work.
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In last year’s meaningless finale, the Los Angeles Rams were intent on getting their top receiver, Puka Nacua, the rookie record for catches and receiving yards.
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Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Insisting on a different history—or a challenging monument—did not come easily to a Jewish population that was, for centuries, intent on conformity.
—Sam Knight, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
In a town that does things by the book, Urban is intent on trying new things, tinkering around with formula.
—Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Before the first faceoff or the first whistle or the first puck fired with intent on Monday night at Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota Wild fans got a sign of hope for better days ahead.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 23 Dec. 2024
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Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
Insisting on a different history—or a challenging monument—did not come easily to a Jewish population that was, for centuries, intent on conformity.
—Sam Knight, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
In a town that does things by the book, Urban is intent on trying new things, tinkering around with formula.
—Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Before the first faceoff or the first whistle or the first puck fired with intent on Monday night at Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota Wild fans got a sign of hope for better days ahead.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Intent on/upon (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intent%20on%2Fupon%20%28something%29. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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