1
as in casting
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 intending
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 aiming
The renovation masterfully blends contemporary comforts with the Inn's historic character, aiming for a sophisticated yet authentic residential feel.
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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Ukraine has repeatedly targeted Russian oil facilities, aiming to cut Moscow’s revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion.
—ABC News, 20 June 2026
Fortune shouted out the fellowship’s head and director of Artist Development at Film Independent Angela Lee for her guidance, who told him the responsibility a filmmaker has when aiming to tell a universal story.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 June 2026
With its rich agricultural resources, the country is aiming to become a leader in producing next-generation biofuels.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
Nvidia is aiming to raise at least $20 billion in debt, according to sources with knowledge of the matter, in the chipmaker’s first bond sale since the start of the AI boom.
—Arjun Kharpal,kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 19 June 2026
The network will feature premium matchups and highlight top programs, aiming to deliver consistent production quality across broadcasts.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 19 June 2026
Apple is aiming to shift Siri from an assistant that answers questions to a critical tool across the iPhone’s software.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
ArcBlue is pitching a simpler astrophotography setup that minimizes installation and monitoring, while still aiming for serious deep-sky capability.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Ukraine has repeatedly targeted Russian oil facilities, aiming to cut Moscow’s revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion.
—ABC News, 20 June 2026
Fortune shouted out the fellowship’s head and director of Artist Development at Film Independent Angela Lee for her guidance, who told him the responsibility a filmmaker has when aiming to tell a universal story.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 June 2026
With its rich agricultural resources, the country is aiming to become a leader in producing next-generation biofuels.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
Nvidia is aiming to raise at least $20 billion in debt, according to sources with knowledge of the matter, in the chipmaker’s first bond sale since the start of the AI boom.
—Arjun Kharpal,kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 19 June 2026
The network will feature premium matchups and highlight top programs, aiming to deliver consistent production quality across broadcasts.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 19 June 2026
Apple is aiming to shift Siri from an assistant that answers questions to a critical tool across the iPhone’s software.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
ArcBlue is pitching a simpler astrophotography setup that minimizes installation and monitoring, while still aiming for serious deep-sky capability.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aiming
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, soon signed it remotely too –– quickly casting doubt over whether an in-person signing event was now needed.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Before Sony, Chugerman worked in casting at ABC.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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Joumaa, a Lebanese journalist, first met Khalil intending to do a story on her.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
21 June 2026
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For those intending to bring a touch of softness and polish to a room, this mohair pillow brings a tactile quality.—
Jacorey Moon,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
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Wait for 30 minutes after the final lightning or thunder before heading outside again.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
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Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are heading to Apple TV for a new show, Brothers, which involves no murders and is meant to be rather heartwarming.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Now, supporters are planning to speak out at an Alameda School Board meeting, hoping to reverse the decision or at least get answers.—
Brad Hamilton,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Turkey is planning strict security measures for the summit, including banning demonstrations and restricting access to roads leading to airports, as well as sealing off areas around the summit venue and hotels hosting delegations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 June 2026
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Officials have also used large aerial ladder pipes, directing thousands of gallons of water per minute onto the building to contain the blaze.—
Iris Salem,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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In the directing category, both The Pitt and Pluribus went equally ham, submitting six episodes apiece.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
20 June 2026
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Brian Gutiérrez, the Mexican American who played a key role in the opener as South Africa was hit a with a red card while trying to stop him, and veteran Roberto Alvarado, who recorded an assist against South Africa, joined Rangel as Chivas starters in the opener.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The officer retreated and fired several shots, killing the dog and injuring its owner, who was trying to secure the animal, police said.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The deal with Showbox sees the two partners co-producing Korean-language shows, initially focusing on remakes of ReelShort’s existing content, then expanding into original IP.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
19 June 2026
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By focusing on legacy component replication, the company aims to reduce dependency on fragile global supply chains and shorten repair timelines for aging defense systems.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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The Phillies duo followed up their historic night on Saturday in which Schwarber hit three home runs and Harper hit for the cycle, by both going deep against the Mets again.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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Costa did not resurface after going underwater, and officials from the Massachusetts State Police Underwater Recovery Team and Marine Unit and the Milton Fire Department, as well as other local crews, eventually located the teen before transporting him to a Boston hospital.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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“Aiming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aiming. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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