gunning

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And as companies get better at collecting and analyzing personal data, they aren’t just gunning for the money coming out of your wallet — they’re controlling how much goes into it, too.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Unlike most of them, he is gunning to be a CEO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

When “Industry” premiered in 2020, Down and Kay were focused on young, aspiring traders, green to the game and gunning for a coveted spot on the Pierpoint trading floor.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

“I think all the games are going to be like this. Everyone is gunning for us.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2025

I shouted to Pa Mustapha, but he was gunning the motor and didn’t hear me.

From "Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina" by Michaela DePrince