angling

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The U.S. has come up with a 15-point peace plan, with Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan as mediators angling for a U.S.-Iran meeting in the next 48 hours, according to reports.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

All three are angling to add to their trophy cabinets by taking home the gala's most coveted award, Album of the Year, for the first time.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Murray, who finished with 28 points and 11 assists, is angling for his first All-Star appearance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

Powell’s statement suggests he thinks that the president is angling for “intimidation.”

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

That afternoon on the way home from the store: light angling through the trees, cicadas clattering high in the branches, the twins racing and laughing with Wash, her not needing to say anything.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez