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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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
Her presence on the court will provide a massive boost for the Fever, who have aspirations for a deep playoff run this year.
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
Some might question the logic of selling one of your better players to a club that will have aspirations of a top-four finish next season.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 July 2025
If that’s now one of your aspirations, this Bissell powerhouse works on both dry and wet spills.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 July 2025
For a few years, the boy band’s future burned white hot with the aspiration to break through in the U.S. — a dream that never materialized.
—Lynda Lin Grigsby, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
Some might question the logic of selling one of your better players to a club that will have aspirations of a top-four finish next season.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 July 2025
If that’s now one of your aspirations, this Bissell powerhouse works on both dry and wet spills.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 July 2025
For a few years, the boy band’s future burned white hot with the aspiration to break through in the U.S. — a dream that never materialized.
—Lynda Lin Grigsby, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspiration
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Now back in her hometown of Chicago, the MIT prodigy and armor-building genius is chasing her ambitions — while also getting entangled with the mysterious Parker Robbins (Anthony Ramos), a.k.a.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The bet is a next leg of L’Oréal’s increasing ambitions in the beauty-tech space, fueled by efforts to bring forth tech innovations that are accessible and solve solutions for everyday consumers.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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My goal was to make everyone feel connected to her legacy and vitality.—
Matt Abrahams,
Time,
12 July 2025
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If your goal is to add little to no weight to your beach day haul, nothing beats the Helinox Beach Chair.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.—
Steve Hruby,
The Enquirer,
8 July 2025
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Jason Robertson, Dallas Stars Robertson’s name has generated early buzz this summer, but not solely for extension purposes.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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The aim of the lawsuit is to restore the original recommendation for children and pregnant women to receive COVID shots.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
8 July 2025
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Herb Peterson, a former McDonald's franchisee in Santa Barbara, California, created the sandwich in 1971 with the aim to produce a portable version of eggs benedict.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes long — they should be terrified.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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For diehards, the feeds are where the real game unfolds, showmances bloom, backdoor plans are hatched, and unfiltered chaos reigns 24/7.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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But showing up authentically and with intention often leaves the strongest impression.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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From deep cuts to dance floor favorites, expect genre-blending sets and energy that moves with intention.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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Not proving that intent could mean a lesser conviction like criminally negligent homicide with a 1-2 year prison sentence or reckless homicide at 2-4 years at the time.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
4 July 2025
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As for e-bikes and electric scooters, the village is following state law with no intent currently to take local action, East Dundee Police Chief Joshua Fourdyce said.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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The most transformative ideas often come from the edges—from employees closest to the customer, to the problem, to the reality.—
Alex Goryachev,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Miloš had a wacky idea about Burt Reynolds for a while.—
Jordan Hoffman Updated,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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“Aspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspiration. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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