aim
Example Sentences
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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
In January, Google used a U.S. court order to aim a knockout blow at Ipidea.
From The Wall Street Journal • 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
His aim of "Liberation Day" was the rebirth of American industry, bringing an influx of jobs, revenue and an investment boom -- although critics argue that these have largely not taken place.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
In this new space, I had time to aim squarely between the moose's eyes, watching his muscles contort and his skin wrinkle as he bent to take another mouthful of grass.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.