Example Sentences

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But before Sorsby ever takes a snap for the Red Raiders, he’s aiming to extricate himself from the situation altogether: by entering the supplemental draft.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Databricks is releasing AI agents that help professionals get answers from their business data, aiming to expand beyond its core data offerings and showcase its staying power in the artificial-intelligence world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Purely based on the belief Scotland were likely aiming to be one of the best eight third-placed teams from the 12 groups.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

This makes the time valuable for both tenants, hoping to save money on rent in the future, and landlords, aiming to collect more in rent.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

Herr Zeiger glares at Benno and lowers his pointer, aiming it like a sword.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti