angling

Example Sentences

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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

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

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

When Louise, angling for attention, participates in her church’s Inner Beauty pageant, her talent is holding her breath until she faints.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

Sources had previously said Comcast was angling to join the Warner Bros.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

We seemed to be angling down, heading deeper underground.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan