Example Sentences

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O'Neill will be aiming to bounce back with his young squad after their play-off defeat by Italy ended their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

In the visually impaired races, Germany's Leonie Walter and Oleksandr Kazik of Ukraine will be aiming to add the Paralympic title to their 2025 world crowns.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

The tournament begins on 6 May - two days after the completion of the main World Championship where the 50-year-old will be aiming for a record-breaking eighth win.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Lopez will be aiming to send Hansi Flick's side four points clear at the top of La Liga with a win at Elche on Saturday.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

He will be aiming for me, and I remember how I’d trained for him with the others, how Roshan had warned me of his adaptable nature.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu