target

Definition for target

noun as in aim, goal

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aim, goal, mark, object, objective

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ambition, bull's-eye, end, intention

noun as in object of ridicule or attack

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mark, victim

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sitting duck

verb as in aim an attack at

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aim at, attack, fire at, hit

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home in on, zero in on

verb as in direct a message to

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address, focus on

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pitch to

verb as in select for harm

Weak match

pick on

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The compound, known as RAGE406R, is a small molecule named for the protein it targets.

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It has also kept up regular strikes on Lebanon, mainly saying it is targeting Hezbollah sites and operatives.

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By contrast, analysts have actually lowered their combined profit target for the other 493 companies in the index.

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It’s a similar mindset that has helped Mickens hold opposing quarterbacks to an 8.3 passer rating on targeted receivers, the best mark in the NFL since Week 6, according to Pro Football Focus.

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But this season, McVay has used as many as three tight ends at a time for added blocking and receiving targets.

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