going for one
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The top-ranked Djokovic wants to keep his momentum going for one last week and cap a great season in style with the Davis Cup title.
From Washington Times
I’m not going for one simple reason: On June 2, nine days after 19 schoolchildren and two teachers were shot and killed at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Tex.,
From Washington Post
Close down the bar I’m definitely the person who likes to say I’m only going for one drink and then completely shuts down the place.
From Los Angeles Times
“We’re fighting for roster spots, but at the same time, we’re all going for one goal, and that’s to win in the World Cup.”
From Washington Post
“It was a surreal moment seeing him on the other side, up against our defense, going for one of his vintage comeback wins, and we stood up tonight and I was happy about that.”
From Washington Times
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