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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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The U.K. has increased visa fees and salary thresholds for skilled workers, aiming to give priority to professionals who provide an immediate fiscal benefit to the state.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

However, Malik’s optimism is bolstered by a focus on AMD’s GPU sales, where the company is aiming to rival market leader Nvidia.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

The Thai company is also aiming to develop up to 2GW of data center projects in Thailand by 2035.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure sales rose 93% to $5.8 billion, with a $638 billion backlog, aiming for $166 billion by 2030.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The chains I was aiming at burst apart like a toy balloon—could hardly believe my luck.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein