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as in victims
a person or thing that is the object of abuse, criticism, or ridicule
the hapless vice president quickly became the favorite target of late-night comedians
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as in jokes
a person or thing that is made fun of
a badly made TV commercial that became the target of lots of jokes
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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
our target is to raise $100,000 for a new playground by August
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Recent Examples of targets
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
In previous years, attacks on energy targets have intensified in the run up to and during winter.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2025
Developed by AeroVironment, the 20kW LOCUST Laser Weapon System (LWS) identifies, tracks, and engages a wide variety of targets with hard-kill high energy laser.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
Brown, who totaled 470 yards on 35 catches last season, has two targets all season – and both have resulted in first downs, one in each game.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
While most were shot down by air defenses, 54 drones and nine missiles hit targets across Ukraine, the air force said.
—Svitlana Vlasova, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
After a strong training camp, Boutte led wide receivers in snaps and caught six passes on eight targets for 103 yards.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Tyler Badie is 0-of-4 on targets thus far.
—Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
The former South Carolina and Charlotte receiver led all Razorbacks with 7 catches for 121 yards on 8 targets.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
First-round rookie Colston Loveland should see ample targets from the second-year Williams.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
In previous years, attacks on energy targets have intensified in the run up to and during winter.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2025
Developed by AeroVironment, the 20kW LOCUST Laser Weapon System (LWS) identifies, tracks, and engages a wide variety of targets with hard-kill high energy laser.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
Brown, who totaled 470 yards on 35 catches last season, has two targets all season – and both have resulted in first downs, one in each game.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
While most were shot down by air defenses, 54 drones and nine missiles hit targets across Ukraine, the air force said.
—Svitlana Vlasova, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
After a strong training camp, Boutte led wide receivers in snaps and caught six passes on eight targets for 103 yards.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Tyler Badie is 0-of-4 on targets thus far.
—Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
The former South Carolina and Charlotte receiver led all Razorbacks with 7 catches for 121 yards on 8 targets.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for targets
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The victims said the thief stole close to $60,000 in cash and dozens of checks that were inside the box.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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And none of those figures includes losses victims were too embarrassed to report.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Cardi’s jokes and swagger never clock out.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
3 Sep. 2025
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Start by complimenting their service or product, and feel free to crack jokes and make small talk with the rep.—
Rose Han,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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The goals of the program are to reduce barriers to entry in the industry, foster professional development and equip students with leadership development skills.—
Staff reports,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Many of the aforementioned executives have sought friendlier ties with Trump, often appearing at events alongside the president to announce moves that align with the administration’s goals on emerging technologies and American reshoring.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In the present day, Ellen watches as MacKinny taunts Colum in front of a crowd of onlookers and rushes to stand by his side.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The men largely act like fools in Splitsville.—
Nigel Smith,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Witty, observant, and unwilling to suffer fools, Elizabeth Bennet is the original challenger brand.—
Ann Kowal Smith,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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While the output is video with depth maps rather than true 3D models, this information can be converted into 3D point clouds for reconstruction purposes.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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There are also several moments in which the self-reflexiveness of Clooney’s casting effectively baits us into believing that the Cary Grant of his day is baring his soul for our edification.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Tug-of-war also channels a dog’s natural instincts of capturing prey, keeping them engaged.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Each individual polyp is equipped with a mouth that is surrounded by tentacles that can protect itself or pull prey into their mouths, NOAA says.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Targets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/targets. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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