aim

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Soccer fans are psyched, and scammers aim to profit from that, L.A. sheriff’s officials say.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Losing Catherine to Edgar, the heir of Thrushcross Grange, prompts Heathcliff, the perpetual outsider, to vow vengeance; he maneuvers to gain financial control of both houses with the aim of destroying each one’s inhabitants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Canada's first aim is to win a game at a World Cup finals for the first time.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The aim is to refine how we interpret the past while finding new ways on how to prevent dental disease today.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

They aim for a door at the rear of the spa.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein