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target

[tahr-git] / ˈtɑr gɪt /


VERB
aim an attack at
Synonyms


VERB
direct a message to
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
pitch to


Example Sentences

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But he said reform would be a "long and complicated process", adding that a new funding system would need to be developed "to ensure resources are targeted across schools to where they are needed".

From BBC

The opening assault, which if authorized could come within days, would target a few military or government sites, the WSJ reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal

California’s tax, however, targets a small class of individuals, billionaires, and doesn’t burden anyone else, even for small amounts.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many of my friends were stationed at bases that could become targets.

From The Wall Street Journal

The team, piloted by Brad Hall, were targeting a medal at Milan-Cortina but gave themselves a difficult task, having sat seventh in the standings after day one of competition.

From BBC