1
as in signified
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
the national anthem means various things to various people
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2
as in mattered
to be of importance
your presence at my graduation would mean a lot to me
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as in intended
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I mean to win this race
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Recent Examples of meant
British monarchs are subject to rules and norms meant to prevent them from taking overtly political stands.
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Emma Caughlan, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
At that point, assistant states’ attorneys were arguing that Talley’s past criminal history meant he should be held pending trial for a pair of April 2025 charges alleging armed robbery and carjacking.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
But Lickenbrock said the bill is not meant to target consumers.
—Sasha Allen, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
The red thread in this bracelet is meant to supply you with courage and strength, and the seven knots encourage positive energy.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026
That meant hiring around 1,800 new employees rather than 2,000.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
What is her final look to Robert and then into the camera meant to represent?
—Max Gao, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
After their emotional meeting, Hobson reflected on how much Joyner's donation meant to her.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Mohammad Sharifullah faces up to 20 years in prison, though jurors deadlocked on whether deaths directly resulted from his conspiracy — a question that could have meant a life sentence.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Emma Caughlan, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
At that point, assistant states’ attorneys were arguing that Talley’s past criminal history meant he should be held pending trial for a pair of April 2025 charges alleging armed robbery and carjacking.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
But Lickenbrock said the bill is not meant to target consumers.
—Sasha Allen, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
The red thread in this bracelet is meant to supply you with courage and strength, and the seven knots encourage positive energy.
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026
That meant hiring around 1,800 new employees rather than 2,000.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
What is her final look to Robert and then into the camera meant to represent?
—Max Gao, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026
After their emotional meeting, Hobson reflected on how much Joyner's donation meant to her.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Mohammad Sharifullah faces up to 20 years in prison, though jurors deadlocked on whether deaths directly resulted from his conspiracy — a question that could have meant a life sentence.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meant
Verb
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Experts speculated that recalls of pandas in the United States and the United Kingdom signified the end of panda diplomacy.—
Chinatsu Tsuji,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
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When Italian luxury group Moncler selected IconSiam for its first shopping mall debut in Thailand, the decision signified a destination that aligns global luxury with cultural relevance, as brands prioritize openings in the right locations over rapid expansion.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Having mapped out the most important meal of the day, DeCosta could now focus on what mattered most.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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None of it mattered, of course.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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County officials said the move was intended to create a more centralized and accountable system, following audits that raised concerns about LAHSA’s financial management.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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This is not intended to be an all-encompassing list, but rather a guide to matching needs and prospects of interest.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Mexican Navy indicated that the operation was the result of 19 months of surveillance and involved more than 500 personnel, six helicopters, and intelligence and reconnaissance aircraft.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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Authorities have indicated the case is being treated as a potentially antisemitic incident, though motive has not been confirmed.—
Bradford Betz,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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It will be denoted at the top what time the general sale kicks off.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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From the restaurant servers to the concierges, everyone had a distinctive wardrobe that denoted their role in the Waldorf universe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The association last year weighed the possibility of allowing athletes and coaches to bet on pro sports but decided against that change in the wake of high-profile betting scandals involving NBA and MLB players.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Before anybody could analyze what had happened, Ferdinand, carrying a jockey who probably never weighed 100 pounds in his career — thanks to the birth advantage Downey so aptly pointed out years later — was cruising past the leaders and sailing home a winner.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Interest in having vacation rentals is expected to spike during the next several years because several major world events, including the Olympics in 2028, are planned for the Southern California region.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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If all goes as planned, the transformation may be nearing its completion.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Here, Venus sets the stage for romantic chemistry that is built upon what is said, texted, joked about and implied.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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Through amnesty, Johnson implied that these individuals, who had committed treason, had somehow been wronged.—
Horace D. Ballard,
Artforum,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Meant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meant. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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