envision
verb
en·vi·sion
in-ˈvi-zhən 
en-
envisioned; envisioning; envisions
: to picture to oneself
envisions a career dedicated to promoting peace
Synonyms
Examples of envision in a Sentence
The inventor envisioned many uses for his creation.
She envisioned a better life for herself.
Recent Examples on the Web
When Obamacare was taking shape, some lawmakers envisioned a public option — a government-run plan that would compete alongside private insurance.
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Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2024
Completed in 2021, Omar Gandhi Architects envisioned a residence that takes advantage of the mountaintop siting and the incredible lake views while incorporating hardy, environmentally friendly, and locally available materials to meet the design needs of the project.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
The design is still a work in progress and nothing has been submitted yet to the Coastal Commission, but Thomas envisions a resort-like theme with a patio overhang, a couple of mini swimming pools, and a deck area for additional dining.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2024
Stoute envisioned Davido, adept at crafting sugary melodies with a Nigerian flair, leading nothing less than a global takeover — not just as a premier artist but as a businessman.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2024
However, the Community Mental Health Act failed to provide enough funding for the 1,500 community health centers that lawmakers had initially envisioned.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 16 Apr. 2024
Iran’s nuclear inner sanctum One of the profound changes envisioned by the architects of the JCPOA was the transformation of the underground facility known formally as the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant.
—Joby Warrick, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Aaron Donald, defensive tackle, Pittsburgh, No. 13 pick: Snead and the Rams envisioned the 6-foot 5-inch, 330-pound Robinson as a franchise left tackle.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
But a boutique label like A24 or Neon would likely not have the budget for the grand marketing push Coppola has envisioned.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024
Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2024
Completed in 2021, Omar Gandhi Architects envisioned a residence that takes advantage of the mountaintop siting and the incredible lake views while incorporating hardy, environmentally friendly, and locally available materials to meet the design needs of the project.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
The design is still a work in progress and nothing has been submitted yet to the Coastal Commission, but Thomas envisions a resort-like theme with a patio overhang, a couple of mini swimming pools, and a deck area for additional dining.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2024
Stoute envisioned Davido, adept at crafting sugary melodies with a Nigerian flair, leading nothing less than a global takeover — not just as a premier artist but as a businessman.
—Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2024
However, the Community Mental Health Act failed to provide enough funding for the 1,500 community health centers that lawmakers had initially envisioned.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 16 Apr. 2024
Iran’s nuclear inner sanctum One of the profound changes envisioned by the architects of the JCPOA was the transformation of the underground facility known formally as the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant.
—Joby Warrick, Washington Post, 10 Apr. 2024
Aaron Donald, defensive tackle, Pittsburgh, No. 13 pick: Snead and the Rams envisioned the 6-foot 5-inch, 330-pound Robinson as a franchise left tackle.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
But a boutique label like A24 or Neon would likely not have the budget for the grand marketing push Coppola has envisioned.
—Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Envision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/envision. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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envision
verb
en·vi·sion
in-ˈvizh-ən
: to picture to oneself
envisions herself as a doctor
could not envision the building from the description
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