Perhaps Howard MEANT passive-aggressive
like asking our group to help on your project...
The Big Bang Theory Season 8, Episode 21
We thought you MEANT
not letting him run out into traffic.
The Big Bang Theory Season 10, Episode 24
Au contraire, it MEANT she was gullible
and open to a little probing.
The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 12
It's obvious they MEANT well.
The Big Bang Theory Season 1, Episode 2