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as in directed
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
the new accounting system is aimed at reducing costs
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as in intended
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
aimed to have his paper all done in time to go to the movies
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Recent Examples of aimed
In response, both agencies have introduced major operational changes aimed at improving coordination and public safety.
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Madisen Keavy, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
But critics note Angola still has deep problems with corruption and have questioned if Lourenco’s actions were more aimed at political rivals so as to consolidate his power.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Government spokespersons said some union activity appeared politically motivated and aimed at resisting the central labor reforms that have been a point of contention in recent months.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead, the proposal is aimed squarely at high-value homes that remain vacant for much of the year, with the argument that those owners should contribute more to city services.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2026
The president’s decision to continue the blockade despite Iran’s announcement appeared aimed at sustaining pressure on Tehran as the fate of the two-week ceasefire reached last week remained uncertain.
—Melanie Lidman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Del Pozzo said lower-sugar versions aimed at nonathletes, as well as the removal of artificial colors from Gatorade’s lineup, is bringing customers into the brand.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Back then, the connection aimed to paint Zayn as a similarly paradigm-shifting artist—a pop icon, sure, but also an avatar of so many sociocultural dynamics.
—Sameer Rao, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead, Thursday’s post was aimed at advising the industry on key principles.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 17 Apr. 2026
Madisen Keavy, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
But critics note Angola still has deep problems with corruption and have questioned if Lourenco’s actions were more aimed at political rivals so as to consolidate his power.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Government spokespersons said some union activity appeared politically motivated and aimed at resisting the central labor reforms that have been a point of contention in recent months.
—Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead, the proposal is aimed squarely at high-value homes that remain vacant for much of the year, with the argument that those owners should contribute more to city services.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2026
The president’s decision to continue the blockade despite Iran’s announcement appeared aimed at sustaining pressure on Tehran as the fate of the two-week ceasefire reached last week remained uncertain.
—Melanie Lidman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Del Pozzo said lower-sugar versions aimed at nonathletes, as well as the removal of artificial colors from Gatorade’s lineup, is bringing customers into the brand.
—Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
Back then, the connection aimed to paint Zayn as a similarly paradigm-shifting artist—a pop icon, sure, but also an avatar of so many sociocultural dynamics.
—Sameer Rao, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead, Thursday’s post was aimed at advising the industry on key principles.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aimed
Verb
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There was nothing really directed at him.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Dark Skulls is written, directed, and produced by Alex Morsanutto, founder of Silvermine Productions.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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My reaction was pure confusion, sarcasm, and not ill-intended.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Apr. 2026
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That was followed by an April 2025 executive order that, among other things, is intended to increase the number of parking spaces for big rigs.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Jennifer gets a lot of praise for the sharpness of her curd and jelly and how focused the dish is, while reaction to Justin’s dish is the opposite.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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The event is organized by two grassroots Israeli-Palestinian organizations focused on dialogue and reconciliation, the Parents Circle Families Forum and Combatants for Peace.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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The person throwing the bowling ball might not have intended a specific victim to be killed, or even knowingly planned to kill someone, but nonetheless did something that was obviously likely to cause serious harm.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Text discussions continued on after the in-person meetings ended and further talks were planned during the night, Iranian state TV reported, citing a source.—
Azhar Sukri,Kevin Breuninger,Terri Cullen,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Caicedo made his first career start (and third appearance) and curled a low shot from the left side of the area that bounced off the far post in the 23rd minute and Müller headed home a cross played into the area by Sabbi in the 28th.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The pair left The Abaco Inn bar on Elbow Cay in their dinghy at dusk on April 4, headed to their anchored sailboat just off the cay's western coast.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Aimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aimed. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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