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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aiming

The US Treasury has for months been carrying out an effort, dubbed Operation Economic Fury, aiming to cut off Iran's funding with targeted sanctions.

From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026

And after failed attempts from managers to mould the team into a slower, more measured, possession-heavy side, Carrick is aiming to create a style and system that mirrors United's traditions.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

Jazz Festival being called off, it wasn’t aiming to replace it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

The Affordable Care Act of 2010 took a more practical approach, aiming to ensure Americans don’t have to wait until they’re catastrophically ill to receive meaningful care.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

The problem was that Inej was no longer certain what she was aiming for.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo