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as in ambitious
having a strong desire for personal advancement
this job is a great opportunity for some go-getting young person
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as in aggressive
having or showing a bold forcefulness in the pursuit of a goal
a determined newcomer who made a go-getting bid for the governorship
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as in ambition
eager desire for personal advancement
with all his go-getting, he should move quickly up the corporate ladder
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Adjective
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Much of World Liberty Financial's operation is still shrouded in mystery, but its founders have touted its ambitious goal of integrating their venture into the everyday traditional retail system.—
Soo Rin Kim,
ABC News,
3 May 2025 -
In March, Zeldin announced ambitious plans to review and potentially roll back more than two dozen environmental rules and policies.—
Alejandra Borunda,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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Even so, the aggressive play in this post-season has stood out.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
11 May 2025
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However, thanks to aggressive conservation efforts, including predator control programs, habitat restoration, and breeding initiatives, several kiwi species have seen rebounds.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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These are the headquarters for the ambitions of visionaries, disruptors, and game-changers.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 May 2025
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Every year, there’s growth— in ambition, quality, quantity, and geographic reach.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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But like with most aspiring strongmen, Sen. Gen. Min Aung Hlaing’s rule is precarious.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Having been told that Hagar was an aspiring singer, Sinatra decided to invite the future Rock and Roll Hall of Famer onstage.—
Mark Gray,
People.com,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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The park is now a stop for the more adventurous sightseers, or researchers cataloging the species that call the island home.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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Sometimes gratitude came easily, such as when Deb helped their kids, who were picky eaters, become more adventurous.—
Rhaina Cohen,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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That Lovett is enterprising — an innovator, if a macabre one; this Lovett struggles to stay afloat.—
Jennifer Harlan,
New York Times,
4 May 2025
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Modi’s government has targeted enterprising editors as well.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The old model of fierce independence is a luxury many can't afford during this transition.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Tehran claims its program is peaceful but has threatened fierce retaliation and a possible withdrawal from the nonproliferation treaty if its nuclear sites are attacked.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2025
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The Houthis have not claimed responsibility for the latest missile, but a spokesman for the militant group has said previous launches targeted military facilities in Israel.—
Tamar Michaelis,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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India may also take the stronger step of striking militant groups in Pakistan to satisfy the public’s demand for action.—
Michael Kugelman,
Time,
3 May 2025
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“Go-getting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go-getting. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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