aiming

VERB

point or direct at a goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

address design direct focus intend mean plan propose target try want

STRONG

angle aspire attempt cast concentrate contemplate covet endeavor essay fix level purpose sight slant steer strive train wish

WEAK

set one's sights on zero in on zoom in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle forget look away

Example Sentences

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aiming

The US Treasury has for months been carrying out an effort, dubbed Operation Economic Fury, aiming to cut off Iran's funding with targeted sanctions.

From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026

Versant is aiming to wean itself off of the pay-TV business due to the decline in subscribers who have migrated to streaming video.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

“We’re not seeing repair inflation fast enough to deter companies from still aiming to grow faster.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026

The Affordable Care Act of 2010 took a more practical approach, aiming to ensure Americans don’t have to wait until they’re catastrophically ill to receive meaningful care.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026

He leveled his lance, aiming right between the dragon’s eyes.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz