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
Throughout, in interviews with Costa, Malafaia justifies his political aspiration with Biblical parables.
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Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2025
Despite being more than 6,100 miles away from their South California home, the Chargers showed the world their aspirations this year by beating the NFL’s recent dynasty team and their AFC West rivals, 27-21.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
While Germany and greater Europe still grapple with issues of citizenship and nationalism, the building reminds its visitors of a painful past while simultaneously bringing to mind post-Cold War aspirations for political transparency and unity.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 9 Sep. 2025
After more than a year of negotiations with the mayor’s office, the governor’s office, the City Council, the Colorado Department of Transportation, Denver Water and other stakeholders, the franchise has enough confidence to make its aspirations public.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Sep. 2025
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Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2025
Despite being more than 6,100 miles away from their South California home, the Chargers showed the world their aspirations this year by beating the NFL’s recent dynasty team and their AFC West rivals, 27-21.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
While Germany and greater Europe still grapple with issues of citizenship and nationalism, the building reminds its visitors of a painful past while simultaneously bringing to mind post-Cold War aspirations for political transparency and unity.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 9 Sep. 2025
After more than a year of negotiations with the mayor’s office, the governor’s office, the City Council, the Colorado Department of Transportation, Denver Water and other stakeholders, the franchise has enough confidence to make its aspirations public.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspiration
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Pari Pari is the brainchild of Benjamin Chemouny, Hugo Dayan and Edouard Benitah, who aimed to create an atmosphere that was elegant and yet also comfortable, a place for a quick lunch or a lengthier dinner with 25 counter seats — and a lot of ambition.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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That much is apparent just by talking with Hobert, who communicates her ambitions with sharp focus.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
9 Sep. 2025
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Create a list of 20-30 companies aligned with your career goals.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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China’s already reached its goal of getting 300 million people involved.—
Russell Flannery,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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In a 2004 study, the United States Institute of Peace said that hundreds of terrorist groups had migrated online, utilizing a tool meant for better communication for often nefarious purposes.—
Richard Frankel,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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The aim shifts from corporate adoption to personal leverage.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Talarico was already taking political aim at potential November opponents.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Sep. 2025
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At least one former candidate – Kansas City attorney Stacy Lake, who lost to White in the Democratic primary for County Executive in 2022 – has announced plans to run at that point.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The bulk of his cases are reviews involving the major Medicaid plans in Ohio.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Illusion Of Understanding Our minds are prone to systematic errors — cognitive biases that lead us astray despite our best intentions.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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It was created with the intention of promoting AI fluency and a future-ready, AI-confident workforce.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Rupert and Lachlan’s attorneys stated their intent to appeal immediately.—
Martina Di Licosa,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Another goal for the group is to create a widespread medical definition of genocide that emphasizes prevention over intent, Jboor said.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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As a public institution, UVU upholds First Amendment rights and fosters an environment where ideas – popular or controversial – can be exchanged freely, energetically, and civilly.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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Some ideas came from experience.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Aspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspiration. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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