1
as in to intend
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
aspire to great deeds, and you have a better chance of doing good deeds
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as in to rise
to move or extend upward
a tower aspiring towards the heavens
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Recent Examples of aspire
For example, in China, aspiring undergraduates must take and pass the Gaokao, a national nine-hour exam that tests students on math, Chinese, a foreign language of their choice, and either humanities or science subjects.
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Emma Whitford, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Sawai plays Catholic nun Sister Theresa, with Holmes and Greer as Peter’s parents, Guillén as aspiring journalist Daymon Grundy, and Hodge as Peter’s basketball coach, Coach Phillip.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2025
Both Jelly Roll and Bryan seemed humbled after watching these aspiring stars one-up them with their own songs.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
For women who serve—or aspire to—this is the moment to step forward, not just to be in the room but to change how the room operates.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Emma Whitford, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Sawai plays Catholic nun Sister Theresa, with Holmes and Greer as Peter’s parents, Guillén as aspiring journalist Daymon Grundy, and Hodge as Peter’s basketball coach, Coach Phillip.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2025
Both Jelly Roll and Bryan seemed humbled after watching these aspiring stars one-up them with their own songs.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
For women who serve—or aspire to—this is the moment to step forward, not just to be in the room but to change how the room operates.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspire
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This document is intended to provide an overview of the changing state of our knowledge about the process itself and its impact on our environment.—
Alex Goy,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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How is this playing out in 2025? California leaders say that their sanctuary policies are intended to ensure undocumented immigrants can live in their communities without fear of deportation.—
Soumya Karlamangla,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Iconic sportswear and footwear giant Adidas said Tuesday that the price of all its products will rise in the U.S. due to President Donald Trump's tariffs.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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And most of the people who used to live where all those stadiums now rise aren’t there anymore.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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The new vehicle is also planned for eventual production in China and Europe, Reuters has previously reported.—
Abhirup Roy,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Local clubs planned their yearly budgets around when their members could work the concession stands.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2025
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If a step can be taken back from counting all those wins, the takeaway from an early season game should be that Randy Vásquez is clearly ascending.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2025
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As Neo has ascended, Partovi has not been afraid to call out the competition.—
Richard Nieva,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Last week, a Ninth Circuit panel denied a request by the administration for a stay in one of the cases, Shilling v. Trump, which was filed on behalf of seven transgender troops actively serving as well as an individual hoping to enlist.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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However, in the future, Yamaha hopes to use other tank alternatives to integrate more efficiently and fit better inside the boat hull.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Full sun Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0-7.0) USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9 A great diversity of climbing roses is available with varieties to suit any garden style.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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That might sound dramatic, but when your body is under attack all the time, even small tasks — taking a shower, cooking dinner, going to the gym — becomes like climbing a mountain.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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This means every resume review or coaching session reduces the amount of time available with the coaches.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The drop means a massive decline in his first NFL contract that stands at $43 million and counting, depending on where Sanders is picked.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Picked fourth in that 2024 draft, the sturdy 22-year-old, 6-foot-5, 245-pound slugger has soared through the minor leagues and will make his big-league debut this week during a six-game home stand at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Just a few months ago, when Netflix rolled out several films connected to the Swedish musician, his catalog soared.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Aspire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspire. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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