1
as in ambition
eager desire for personal advancement
a combination of aspiration and hard work made her the top tennis player in the state
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2
as in goal
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
college is his immediate aspiration after he graduates from high school
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Recent Examples of aspiration
The Braves entered the season with aspirations of a second championship this decade, but injuries and inconsistent performances have kept them out of the playoff hunt for virtually the whole season.
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Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
The former general further called on the public to express their aspirations in a peaceful and constructive manner, and promised their voices will be heard.
—Niniek Karmini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
My mother had high aspirations to go to college and be an active and engaged community member and that’s the kind of family I was born into, hardworking and deeply involved in community and family life.
—Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
Career-wise, her business aspirations are also in line with her love of the country.
—Katie Mannion, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
The former general further called on the public to express their aspirations in a peaceful and constructive manner, and promised their voices will be heard.
—Niniek Karmini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
My mother had high aspirations to go to college and be an active and engaged community member and that’s the kind of family I was born into, hardworking and deeply involved in community and family life.
—Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2025
Career-wise, her business aspirations are also in line with her love of the country.
—Katie Mannion, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspiration
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What began as a decentralized revolution started to resemble a high-risk gamble, with performance lagging far behind ambition.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Building a tech future China's ambitions don't stop at the vocational level.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Their goal was to find an IP address — the unique identifier assigned to every cell phone and computer — that could reveal the source.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Krystian Rafacz delivered the game-winning goal in overtime for the Porters (4-0).—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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It hasn’t been approved by the FDA for that purpose and hasn’t been shown to be effective.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The parade’s aim this year was to focus on the rank-and-file workers trying to support their families and live their lives, IBEW Local 58 business agent and organizer Byron Osbern said ahead of time.—
Darcie Moran,
Freep.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Some retirees mistakenly think the aim is to spend exactly 4% of your savings every year, Bengen said.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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The city also agreed to help remove legal blocks to the razing of the Odd Fellows Building, including possible landmark designation, once the hotel company figured out plans for the space.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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In 2021, Xi had announced plans for 10 Luban workshops in SCO countries over the next three years.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Copeland is the fourth Republican candidate to signal an intention to run for the party's nomination in House District 5, which includes a portion of Boone County.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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If there was the intention to strengthen in central defence with Jaka Bijol, should that have heralded the right moment to generate more room in the transfer budget with Struijk’s sale?—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Every ingredient is patented, clinically tested, and dosed with intent.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Steven Lawson, one of the three men convicted in connection with the Crystal Rogers disappearance, has filed notice of intent to appeal in the case, according to court documents.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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In the midst of feeling helpless, Kate said an idea took shape to commemorate the victims.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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And the 18-year-old Mastantuono has already brought fresh ideas to Madrid’s attack.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Aspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspiration. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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