statement of intent
A "statement of intent" is a declaration that outlines specific goals or plans, often used in formal contexts such as legal, academic, or business settings.
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Definition
C1Legal
(formal, official)A formal declaration expressing the intention to perform a specific action under certain conditions.
Example
- The company submitted a statement of intent to acquire the new property.
- In the contract, a statement of intent was included to outline the terms of the partnership.
B2Academic
(formal, official)A document expressing a candidate's goals and motivations for applying to a particular program or institution.
Example
- Her statement of intent highlighted her research interests and academic achievements.
- The graduate school application required a statement of intent.
C1Business
(formal, official)A document outlining an organization's objectives and plans for a future project or partnership.
Example
- The startup presented a statement of intent to potential investors.
- A statement of intent was drafted to outline the merger plans.
B1General
(informal)An indication of what someone is likely to do in the near future.
Example
- His statement of intent to travel abroad surprised everyone.
- She made a statement of intent to start her own business.
Similar
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