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as in casts
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 intends
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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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the main aim of a trip to the city is to shop for school clothes, but we always go to the artisans' market, too
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Recent Examples of aims
David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's recovery crews typically aims to collect the Dragon capsule and extract its crew within an hour or so of splashdown.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
And the Maryland Bottle Bill aims to promote recycling by adding a refundable deposit fee for beverages that come in metal, plastic or glass containers.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Google is launching a feature for its Gemini AI that aims to turn the chatbot into a personalized assistant.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
The sustainable terminal aims to decrease stress and prioritize well-being with gender-neutral restrooms, wellness zones, and accessible wayfinding.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The satellite also hosts the European Union’s Copernicus Sentinel-4 mission, which aims to monitor key air quality trace gases and aerosols over Europe in support of the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) at high spatial resolution and with a fast revisit time.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The fund aims to invest in semiconductor research, design and manufacturing in Texas.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
Immediately after the Honda shifts from reverse into drive and begins to move ahead, that agent at the front of the vehicle, standing near the driver’s side headlight, pulls out a gun and aims at the driver.
—Devon Lum, Twin Cities, 8 Jan. 2026
Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
One of its aims is to lay the groundwork for having the college’s full accreditation restored.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 19 Jan. 2026
Beverly’s aims for a level of friendliness worthy of the Hill.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
Both LEDs and lasers fall under the aims of something called photobiomodulation, which just means using light to help the skin heal itself.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 15 Jan. 2026
German Films’ Face to Face initiative aims to spotlight some of the most influential creative voices in contemporary German cinema and has long been considered an important platform for showcasing German talents to the global film and television industries.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
However, the congestion pricing system has been successful in its aims, according to Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2026
The primary aims outlined are to both push regularly for European qualification and win the club’s first major trophy.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Few condemnations of such a public threat emerged, and despite an American veto on an assassination, Israel continued to ratchet up its aims to not just kill one national leader, but an entire government.
—Séamus Malekafzali, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
And while grand villas are nothing new in Las Vegas, service is where Caesars aims to separate itself.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's recovery crews typically aims to collect the Dragon capsule and extract its crew within an hour or so of splashdown.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
And the Maryland Bottle Bill aims to promote recycling by adding a refundable deposit fee for beverages that come in metal, plastic or glass containers.
—Mike Hellgren, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Google is launching a feature for its Gemini AI that aims to turn the chatbot into a personalized assistant.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
The sustainable terminal aims to decrease stress and prioritize well-being with gender-neutral restrooms, wellness zones, and accessible wayfinding.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
The satellite also hosts the European Union’s Copernicus Sentinel-4 mission, which aims to monitor key air quality trace gases and aerosols over Europe in support of the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) at high spatial resolution and with a fast revisit time.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The fund aims to invest in semiconductor research, design and manufacturing in Texas.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
Immediately after the Honda shifts from reverse into drive and begins to move ahead, that agent at the front of the vehicle, standing near the driver’s side headlight, pulls out a gun and aims at the driver.
—Devon Lum, Twin Cities, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
The novel follows Viola Lockhart, the last living member of house Rosebourne — a family that inherited from its fairy ancestor the ability to magically infuse fragrance to achieve their aims.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
One of its aims is to lay the groundwork for having the college’s full accreditation restored.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 19 Jan. 2026
Beverly’s aims for a level of friendliness worthy of the Hill.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
Both LEDs and lasers fall under the aims of something called photobiomodulation, which just means using light to help the skin heal itself.
—Brennan Kilbane, Allure, 15 Jan. 2026
German Films’ Face to Face initiative aims to spotlight some of the most influential creative voices in contemporary German cinema and has long been considered an important platform for showcasing German talents to the global film and television industries.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
However, the congestion pricing system has been successful in its aims, according to Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
—Tara Suter, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2026
The primary aims outlined are to both push regularly for European qualification and win the club’s first major trophy.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Few condemnations of such a public threat emerged, and despite an American veto on an assassination, Israel continued to ratchet up its aims to not just kill one national leader, but an entire government.
—Séamus Malekafzali, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aims
Verb
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Also, include at least one lamp that casts a soft glow for relaxing or reading.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
4 Jan. 2026
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When this happens, Earth casts two shadows on the moon.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
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Rady declined Tuesday evening to respond to those criticisms, indicating in an email that its statement is all that the hospital intends to say about gender-affirming care at this time.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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The Golden State Connect Authority (GSCA) intends to deploy open-access fiber throughout rural areas of the state, north of Sacramento and through the Eastern Sierra Nevada down to the southeastern border near Mexico.—
Johnny Kampis,
Oc Register,
21 Jan. 2026
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Robertson scored his 28th and 29th goals of the season early in the third period.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Brodin has three goals and 12 assists in 42 games for the Wild, who entered Tuesday’s game with 65 points, second-best in the NHL behind Central Division rival Colorado.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
21 Jan. 2026
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Her father assists her in making door hangers with a QR code that directs people to her Digital Cookie website.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Jan. 2026
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For examples of remittance transfers, the association directs credit unions to the commentary to Regulation E, the implementing reg for the transfer act, which provides examples of what are and are not considered remittance transfers.—
Carrie Brandon Elliot,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Frith is scheduled to return to teaching health at San Juan Hills on Tuesday, and plans to continue coaching football.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
15 Jan. 2026
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Looking forward, Zoomlion plans to advance robot clusters that can self-perceive, adapt, and make decisions within smart factory environments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Marvel has publicly acknowledged that the studio's productions often scan actors' bodies, though the scans are generally only used for visual effects purposes rather than storing actors' likenesses for future projects.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The group focuses on protecting benefits geared toward seniors.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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CalAIM reimbursements help fund the part of MidPen that focuses on supportive services across a wide range of experiences, from chronic homelessness to mental health issues to those leaving the foster care system.—
Kff Health News,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Fraser hopes against hope that this whole debacle will increase their tip, however meagerly.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Aims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aims. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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