aiming

verb

present participle of aim
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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2
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 eponymous eatery is aiming to have a more casual approach to Humm’s EMP cuisine, focused on using the highest-quality ingredients to craft its American dishes. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026 Both Democrats and Republicans are aiming to win the seat in their quest to control the Senate in the next Congress. — Garrett Downs, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026 Lukas is the begrudging namesake of a federal bill aiming to change that. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026 But the party is also aiming to regain ground outside of Washington. — Steven Sloan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026 However, what Trittel said isn’t so different to what the other SailGP teams are aiming to achieve off the water. — Andrew Rice, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 But a new law clinic at Georgia State University is aiming to change that reality. — Mirtha Donastorg, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026 The German team reached the second group stage on that occasion and will be aiming for a medal this time, though the absence of star player Satou Sabally is a major blow. — ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026 Some of the newer wearable fragrances seem to be aiming to connect us with our more youthful selves. — Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aiming
  1. casting
  2. intending
  3. heading
  4. planning
  5. directing
  6. trying
  7. focusing
  8. going
Verb
  • Shortly after Practical Magic 2 hit theaters, Artrip posted a video to her Instagram addressing a fan’s comment about not wanting to watch the sequel because of the casting changes.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The film is a natural for the Academy’s casting category, given the scale and integrity of the ensemble Heder assembled.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of casting
Verb
  • Richardson’s trade request has remained intact throughout training camp and the preseason, but assistant GM Ed Dodds strongly hinted in mid-August that the Colts were intending to keep Richardson.
    — James Boyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Developer Mikki Schuck bought the building in late 2024 intending to fully renovate the top two stories — previously offices — into luxury apartments and a restaurant once more on the ground floor.
    — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of intending
Verb
  • Offensive tackle has to be considered their biggest worry heading into Week 1, and the overall O-line depth also remains a major concern, especially with quarterback Patrick Mahomes returning from December knee surgery.
    — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Belgium had a five-point lead heading into the fourth quarter, before using a 11-2 run to start the period and gain a double-digit advantage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of heading
Verb
  • The president is planning to take the stage both nights of the convention, giving a keynote address Wednesday and then closing remarks after Vice President JD Vance gives his own speech the following night.
    — Will Weissert, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Louisiana site moves forward The company is also planning a technology-neutral screening of available small modular reactor designs.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of planning
Verb
  • Mohammed was captured in Pakistan in 2003, accused of developing and directing the 9/11 attacks, as a leader of the Islamic militant group al-Qaida.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026
  • At its height, the group controlled vast territory and millions of people in Iraq and Syria while encouraging or directing attacks far beyond its borders.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of directing
Verb
  • Gauff knocked the ball into a rectangular expanse of blue, as Jović stood in the doubles alley and doubled over to her knees, trying to catch her breath.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • If someone dominates the conversation, redirect attention to what the group is trying to accomplish.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of trying
Verb
  • Instead of choosing to make her way as a professional onto the LPGA Tour, which is a realistic option, Talley is not rushing into anything and is focusing on continuing her development.
    — Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Another bill authored by Bennett was approved last year focusing narrowly on Ventura County.
    — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of focusing
Verb
  • After going behind early to a Kai Havertz goal, PSG had to remain patient, before gradually asserting their authority in the contest.
    — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The whole thing was essentially an American Cadillac crossed with an Italian coachbuilt exotic, at a time when Detroit was already going completely bonkers with automotive excess.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of going

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“Aiming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aiming. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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