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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
At that point, the White House needs approval from the legislative branch to continue fighting, according to the War Powers Resolution, a law aimed at reasserting Congress’ constitutional role of declaring war.
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Michael Loria, USA Today, 2 May 2026
The first round, announced in 2024, included projects aimed at improving traffic safety on California roads, enhancing language access to public programs for non-English speakers and answering taxpayers’ questions more efficiently.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Five more states are joining a federal antitrust lawsuit aimed at stopping the blockbuster merger of Nexstar and Tegna, a corporate tie-up that would create the largest operator of local television stations in the country.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 1 May 2026
In this role, Williamson will lead the company’s next chapter of sustainability strategy and oversee all initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its products, operations and innovation platforms.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Weber instead supports policies aimed at expanding participation among eligible voters, including vote-by-mail ballots and automatic registration.
—Melody Gutierrez, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
His early agenda has included audits, contract reviews and departmental restructuring aimed at reducing inefficiencies and improving accountability.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Trump's letters to congressional leaders Friday are a volley aimed at discouraging lawmakers in Congress from restricting military action against Iran.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 1 May 2026
As questions about transparency and cronyism swirl, Huntington Beach leaders are divided over the handling of a brand management and marketing contract aimed at revamping the city’s merchandising and licensing systems.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Michael Loria, USA Today, 2 May 2026
The first round, announced in 2024, included projects aimed at improving traffic safety on California roads, enhancing language access to public programs for non-English speakers and answering taxpayers’ questions more efficiently.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Five more states are joining a federal antitrust lawsuit aimed at stopping the blockbuster merger of Nexstar and Tegna, a corporate tie-up that would create the largest operator of local television stations in the country.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 1 May 2026
In this role, Williamson will lead the company’s next chapter of sustainability strategy and oversee all initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of its products, operations and innovation platforms.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Weber instead supports policies aimed at expanding participation among eligible voters, including vote-by-mail ballots and automatic registration.
—Melody Gutierrez, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
His early agenda has included audits, contract reviews and departmental restructuring aimed at reducing inefficiencies and improving accountability.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Trump's letters to congressional leaders Friday are a volley aimed at discouraging lawmakers in Congress from restricting military action against Iran.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 1 May 2026
As questions about transparency and cronyism swirl, Huntington Beach leaders are divided over the handling of a brand management and marketing contract aimed at revamping the city’s merchandising and licensing systems.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aimed
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All of which is to say the original film’s artistic accomplishments are perfectly possible to emulate — or imitate outright, as the sequel (again directed by Frankel, and written by Aline Brosh McKenna) is mostly content to do.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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The film is directed and produced by Frank Licari and Hele Murphy.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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The framing captures the intensity of the city but also its evasiveness—these cars are neither here nor there but on their way somewhere else, underscoring Hong Kong’s historical identity as a transit hub, an entrepôt, a place intended for people to pass through, not to stay in.—
Pauline J. Yao,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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The first seven minutes are a beatless drift of gas-canister hiss, intended to symbolize the sound of a baby emerging into the world.—
Ben Cardew,
Pitchfork,
2 May 2026
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When the student was identified as White, the feedback more often focused on argument structure, evidence and clarity — the kinds of comments that can push writers to strengthen their ideas.—
Rachel del Guidice,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Tuesday’s session focused on what commissioners and attorneys described as a lack of consequences for federal immigration agents’ misconduct.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The event is happening after it was initially planned for 2025 but was postponed.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
2 May 2026
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The day Riley spoke at Kaseya Center, Rozier was back in court, learning of superseding federal sports bribery and honest-services wire-fraud charges being planned.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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The plane, a Cessna 421C, took off from Amarillo and was headed to New Braunfels National Airport, according to the flight history.—
Jim Vertuno,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The series’ second stint in CBS development took longer as Port and Wiseman juggled it alongside their showrunner duties on Ghosts, now headed into its sixth season.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
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“Aimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aimed. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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