Example Sentences

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Etsy has aimed to streamline its business over the past year.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Beijing has aimed for gross domestic product growth of around 5% for the past three years, but expectations are growing that this year might be different.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

BBC Sport analyses how Tuchel has aimed to use his England squad, and their strengths and weaknesses, so far.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025

Conceived by outgoing “60 Minutes” executive producer Bill Owens, the new “CBS Evening News” has aimed to do longer segments instead of the headline-driven style the broadcasts are known for.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2025

For however much you may like or dislike the mark at which Mr. Bullett has aimed there is no doubt that he has hit it.

From Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 150, May 31, 1916 by Various