aim
Example Sentences
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Bainton said the aim of surgery is always to remove the affected tissue while preserving healthy organs, but that this can be challenging because endometriosis can cause fibrosis and may infiltrate nearby structures.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
The companies aim to create platforms that compute and store data in Japan, while allowing clients to access the platforms through Microsoft’s Azure cloud services.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
I’m not sure how much you’ve saved, but if you aim to put 20% down — $200,000 in this case — you’ll need to set aside money consistently.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
Ultimately, the researchers aim to inform the public about a potential but often overlooked source of lead exposure in children's clothing.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
I aim for Malik—the perfectly lined-up cutoff man—who lets the ball go through, and my two-hop pea hits Ben-Ben’s glove right in front of the third-base bag.
From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.