gunning

Example Sentences

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So if you’re gunning for a job that is unlike what you studied or did in the past, you need references who will advocate taking a chance on you.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The congressional seat Galindo is gunning for represents TX-35, a newly redrawn district that encompasses part of the San Antonio metro area and a slice of rural Texas to the south and east.

From Slate • May 22, 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

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 yelled up to Joey, “Stop gunning it. I’m going to look for something to wedge under the wheels.”

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith