be intended to vs intend to

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I see a lot of examples of be intended to and intend to. Both of them mean plan to do.
Some examples:

Selling was my game and I intended to be a winner.
The ban is intended to be permanent.

I guess the difference between them is if the subject is human, it should use be intended to. Otherwise use intend to. Is that right?

keshlam · Answer

"Is intended to" means someone has intentions for something other than themself. "Say hello to Fred, everyone. He's intended to fill the position Jack occupied before his retirement. I intended to tell you about him last week, but I forgot."

Answered by keshlam on June 5, 2021

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