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gunning

[guhn-ing] / ˈgʌn ɪŋ /
NOUN
shooting
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Jurors in the highly anticipated murder trial of Luigi Mangione, charged with gunning down a health insurance executive, will receive anonymity, a judge said on Tuesday.

From Barron's Aug. 11, 2026

So if you’re gunning for a job that is unlike what you studied or did in the past, you need references who will advocate taking a chance on you.

From The Wall Street Journal May 28, 2026

Less than 10 years ago, Kelly, then a Fox News anchor, was gunning for a career in mainstream media.

From Slate May 6, 2026

Granted, they have been gunning for his judgement too, in a circular firing squad about credibility.

From BBC Apr. 22, 2026

The Benefit was three weeks ago and here she is already gunning up for next year.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett




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