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Intent on doing Meaning in English

expression

ˌɪnˈtɛnt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈduɪŋ
in-TENT on DOO-ing
ɪntˈɛnt/ /ˈɒn/ /dˈuːɪŋ
in-TENT on DOO-ing

释义

To be very determined to do something, focusing fully on reaching your goal. It describes someone who is not easily distracted from what they want to do.

用法与细微差别

Often followed by a verb in the '-ing' form: 'intent on winning,' 'intent on finishing.' Slightly formal or literary, used to show strong focus or determination. Can describe both positive and negative motivations.

例句

She is intent on doing her homework before dinner.

basic

The team is intent on doing their best in the game.

basic

He was intent on doing well in school.

basic

Even after failing once, she remained intent on doing better next time.

natural

He sat there, intent on doing whatever it took to fix the problem.

natural

She’s totally intent on doing her own thing, no matter what people say.

natural