as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the summer camp's stated objective is to produce tournament-level tennis players
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Recent Examples of objectives
Mid-May could bring a brief cluster to navigate, but new fresh air and freedom and intensification of objectives soon follow.
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Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
What are your clear objectives?
—ABC News, 8 Mar. 2026
But differences began to emerge between Washington and Jerusalem almost immediately, and less than a week into the war, their objectives appear to be colliding.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
What are its doctrinal objectives if not colorblindness?
—Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
And, because the data reveals that merely owning a low emission vehicle doesn’t mean it’s getting used, these policies fail to achieve their objectives.
—Philip Rossetti, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
There were clear objectives, focused execution, and proper authorization.
—Victoria Moorwood, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
Beyond that, it can be used as an empty cargo van for package delivery and other commercial objectives, upfitted specifically for different industries and businesses, or used as a recreational transporter for everything from power sports to horse riding.
—C.c. Weiss
march 05, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
Applications are carefully reviewed to determine how critical VOCA funding is to an organization’s overall operations, in addition to being scored on objectives and outcomes.
—Maddy Keyes, The Frontier, 5 Mar. 2026
Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
What are your clear objectives?
—ABC News, 8 Mar. 2026
But differences began to emerge between Washington and Jerusalem almost immediately, and less than a week into the war, their objectives appear to be colliding.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
What are its doctrinal objectives if not colorblindness?
—Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
And, because the data reveals that merely owning a low emission vehicle doesn’t mean it’s getting used, these policies fail to achieve their objectives.
—Philip Rossetti, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 2026
There were clear objectives, focused execution, and proper authorization.
—Victoria Moorwood, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
Beyond that, it can be used as an empty cargo van for package delivery and other commercial objectives, upfitted specifically for different industries and businesses, or used as a recreational transporter for everything from power sports to horse riding.
—C.c. Weiss
march 05, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2026
Applications are carefully reviewed to determine how critical VOCA funding is to an organization’s overall operations, in addition to being scored on objectives and outcomes.
—Maddy Keyes, The Frontier, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objectives
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But his candid portrayal of challenges and tech goals on Thursday was far more measured in tone.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Forward Paulinho has six goals and one assist in the 2026 Clausura, while Alexis Vega has returned from injury.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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Express Employment Professionals, a staffing agency that has worked with 13 NCIA graduates in the last 18 months, confirmed that many could not be placed because the positions require a full license for insurance purposes.—
Brendan Hellweg,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2026
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Your 9th House of Higher Learning is empowered by Luna’s entry into Capricorn, encouraging you to make plans that broaden your view.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Whatever its environmental aims, the bill would also generate a new revenue stream for the state.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Military operations and national purpose will become more and more distanced from each other, because military prowess cannot clarify America’s war aims.—
Tom Nichols,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The root of Disco is tension — between Styles and an ex, between an artist and himself, between a pop star and a fandom’s gaze, and between serious intentions and sometimes silly lyricism.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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And on Wednesday night, Tan shed a light on Broadcom's customer spending intentions beyond 2026.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Solutions like this will ensure everyday Americans never foot the bill for our country’s AI ambitions.—
Eric Schmidt,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Benjamin Reinhard, 14, won by correctly spelling the word kenosis, which refers to the act of a Christian person voluntarily giving up their personal rights and ambitions and accepting suffering, according to the spelling bee’s definition.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Eight months ago, production designers Misty Buckley and Alana Billingsley began proposing new ideas for the 2026 Academy Awards stage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Newly out of school, Stanton was at first less interested in Smith’s ideas than she was attracted to the excitement and glamour of his circle.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Doors that at a glance appeared to be open were for all intents and purposes closed to them.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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Sánchez Bezos, who, for all intents and purposes, is perhaps somewhat of a neo-Melania—the woman who married the ultimate billionaire du jour—has also graced a Vogue cover in her wedding dress.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Objectives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectives. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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