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 ● Nov. 22, 2023
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 ● Nov. 27, 2022
“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 ● Sep. 19, 2022
The chase sputtered as West Indies batters made starts but then were often out going for one more big hit.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 6, 2022
We needed at least a bucket to keep a fire going for one evening.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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