angling

Example Sentences

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That is why Chinese companies are also angling for business as parts suppliers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The U.S. has come up with a 15-point peace plan, with Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan as mediators angling for a U.S.-Iran meeting in the next 48 hours, according to reports.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Murray, who finished with 28 points and 11 assists, is angling for his first All-Star appearance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

Hasen believes that this is the agency taking a cautious step back, moving away from literal enforcement but still angling to send a message.

From Slate • Oct. 31, 2025

“I don’t know why,” he said, as if holding it to the light, and angling it now here, now there.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote