aspired

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Many series followed in the wake of “Battlestar Galactica” that aspired to capitalize on its legacy; in my mind, “The Expanse” came closest to meeting its level of fearless political and social pertinence.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Mr. Scheiber relates the story of Chaya Barrett, who graduated from Towson University in Maryland and aspired to a career in tech and marketing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Ashford Inc. never became the big manager of outside assets that it aspired to be.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

But Hansen saw in his compatriot much of what he aspired to be: a fighter pilot and an astronaut.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Before he made that call, he would have said he was a man who aspired to peace, and rest.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen