aiming

VERB

point or direct at a goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

address design direct focus intend mean plan propose target try want

STRONG

angle aspire attempt cast concentrate contemplate covet endeavor essay fix level purpose sight slant steer strive train wish

WEAK

set one's sights on zero in on zoom in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle forget look away

Example Sentences

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Mr. Spector, author of the Tony Award-winning “Eureka Day,” isn’t exclusively aiming at Jewish audiences, presumably.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Liquidity matters even more for people aiming to retire at or near age 50.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

The 1.7 million satellites that companies are aiming to launch into Earth's orbit in the coming years will have "devastating consequences for astronomy", new research warned Wednesday.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

The campaign has raised more than £50,000 but is aiming for £200,000.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

“I have you now!” the old woman shouted, aiming her wand right at Jack.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley