---
title: makeExpression()
framework: swift
role: symbol
role_heading: Instance Method
path: swift/set/makeexpression()
---

# makeExpression()

Creates a pending expression of a set of intent values.

## Declaration

```swift
func makeExpression() -> IntentValueExpression
```

## Return Value

Return Value An intent value expression representing this set.

## Discussion

Discussion The system evaluates the expression when needed, allowing for lazy conversion of the set’s elements.