good intentions

Frequency: 8.219.5 per million words

having plans that are meant to be helpful or kind

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Examples (10)

  • He started the project with good intentions, hoping to make a positive impact.
  • Despite her good intentions, her actions sometimes caused more harm than good.
  • The old saying goes, "The road to hell is paved with good intentions."
  • She was known for her good intentions, always meaning well even if she failed.
  • Their good intentions were evident, but the results were far from ideal.
  • He approached the task with good intentions, aiming for a fair resolution.
  • The policy, though born of good intentions, proved difficult to implement effectively.
  • Having good intentions is important, but practical steps are also necessary.
  • She clearly had good intentions when offering advice, but it wasn't well received.
  • We appreciate your good intentions, yet the problem remains unsolved.