With a view to something/to doing something

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prepositional phrase

With the aim or intention of achieving or doing something.

She went to work in London, with a view to gaining more experience.
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Often appears as...

  • with a view to improving
  • with a view to gaining

Usage tips

Formal

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Future Goals

Use when talking about something you're doing now with the purpose of achieving a future goal.

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He's studying Spanish with a view to moving to Spain.
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Preparation Step

Expresses that a current action is a preparatory step towards a larger plan or intention.

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I'm saving money with a view to buying a house.
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Serious Intent

It implies a serious and thoughtful intent, rather than a casual or undecided one.

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The committee is reviewing the policy with a view to making significant changes.
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