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something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
his ambition is to study international business, then get a job overseas
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Recent Examples of ambitions
Major automakers including Ford, General Motors and Stellantis are paring back their EV ambitions.
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Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
This security approach aligns with the expansionist ambitions of Israel’s far right governing coalition.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
This implies regime change, yet the administration’s ambitions have in fact been vague and inconsistent.
—Dennis Ross, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
It will be televised by Fox Sports and streamed internationally on YouTube—a showcase for the booming sport and for Fanatics’ (and Tom Brady’s) media ambitions.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Heidecker and Turkington admit that the specials were originally meant to be more connected to the ceremony, but their creative ambitions grew inversely to their respect for the actual awards.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
Republicans and others have criticized Pritzker for running for re-election while harboring presidential ambitions that may well have him less than fully focused on Illinois’ needs during a third term.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Although nuclear weapons have never been used in the region, the strategic concerns surrounding Israel’s undeclared nuclear arsenal and Iran’s nuclear ambitions have long been a central issue in regional security debates.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2026
Elon Musk's xAI launched in 2023 with ambitions to take on OpenAI.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
This security approach aligns with the expansionist ambitions of Israel’s far right governing coalition.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
This implies regime change, yet the administration’s ambitions have in fact been vague and inconsistent.
—Dennis Ross, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
It will be televised by Fox Sports and streamed internationally on YouTube—a showcase for the booming sport and for Fanatics’ (and Tom Brady’s) media ambitions.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Heidecker and Turkington admit that the specials were originally meant to be more connected to the ceremony, but their creative ambitions grew inversely to their respect for the actual awards.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
Republicans and others have criticized Pritzker for running for re-election while harboring presidential ambitions that may well have him less than fully focused on Illinois’ needs during a third term.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Although nuclear weapons have never been used in the region, the strategic concerns surrounding Israel’s undeclared nuclear arsenal and Iran’s nuclear ambitions have long been a central issue in regional security debates.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2026
Elon Musk's xAI launched in 2023 with ambitions to take on OpenAI.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambitions
Noun
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But his candid portrayal of challenges and tech goals on Thursday was far more measured in tone.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Forward Paulinho has six goals and one assist in the 2026 Clausura, while Alexis Vega has returned from injury.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Your 9th House of Higher Learning is empowered by Luna’s entry into Capricorn, encouraging you to make plans that broaden your view.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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Express Employment Professionals, a staffing agency that has worked with 13 NCIA graduates in the last 18 months, confirmed that many could not be placed because the positions require a full license for insurance purposes.—
Brendan Hellweg,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Whatever its environmental aims, the bill would also generate a new revenue stream for the state.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Military operations and national purpose will become more and more distanced from each other, because military prowess cannot clarify America’s war aims.—
Tom Nichols,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Unless the United States clearly defines its objectives and its off-ramp strategy, this war risks becoming yet another costly endeavor where consequences will long outlast intentions.—
Ghassan E. El-Eid,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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That’s one of the objectives at the end of this conflict is to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
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Last April, Valero announced its intentions to take its Benicia refinery offline next month, citing a difficult regulatory environment.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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But then there’s also maybe a hint at the true intentions of this group.—
Charlie Harding,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Eight months ago, production designers Misty Buckley and Alana Billingsley began proposing new ideas for the 2026 Academy Awards stage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Newly out of school, Stanton was at first less interested in Smith’s ideas than she was attracted to the excitement and glamour of his circle.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Both have the talent to back up their dreams.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Strong foundations can carry big dreams without unnecessary strain.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Ambitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambitions. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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