gunning

Example Sentences

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The Huskies had been gunning for their third in four seasons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

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

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

A man accused of impersonating a federal agent in a bid to allegedly free Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down the CEO of United Healthcare in 2024, has been arrested.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

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