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aim

[eym] / eɪm /
NOUN
goal
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambition aspiration desire direction intent intention objective plan purpose target wish
STRONG
course desideratum design end mark object scheme
WEAK
where one is heading
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dislike hate hatred
WEAK
aimlessness avoidance neglect purposelessness thoughtlessness
VERB
point or direct at a goal
Synonyms
STRONGEST
address design direct focus intend mean plan propose target try want
STRONG
angle aspire attempt cast concentrate contemplate covet endeavor essay fix level purpose sight slant steer strive train wish
WEAK
set one's sights on zero in on zoom in
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignore neglect
STRONG
be idle forget look away

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Appeared in the February 26, 2026, print edition as 'New Benchmarks Aim to Put Spotlight on Private Credit'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

"Aim for nothing more and nothing less," Feuz said.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

Aim to incorporate fruit at every snack and vegetables at every meal.

From Salon • Jan. 12, 2025

Aim for an even distribution of weight on the rack.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024

“Now, remember, keep your elbows a little bent and your wrist tight for the kickback. Aim at the can, and when you got it, squeeze the trigger.”

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

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