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aiming

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

Example Sentences

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To stop aiming for old-fashioned stereotypes of what a pop star should look and sound like, and instead lean into your own artistic instincts and true character.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The Wall Street Journal reported that the company is aiming to go public as soon as September.

From MarketWatch • May 24, 2026

I’m also aiming to be open-minded these days, because it’s just not true anymore that the tech isn’t impressive.

From Slate • May 24, 2026

Tilbury maintained a minority stake and Puig has said it was aiming to take total control in the coming years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Well, he hadn't really been aiming anyway; he just wanted that feeling of throwing something.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies