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shoot for
 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb shoot for has 1 sense
  1. draw a bead on, aspire, aim, shoot for - have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
    --1 is one way to plan, be after
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s to INFINITIVE
    => Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Shoot For

Description:

Shoot for is a phrasal verb that can be used in multiple senses. It typically means to aim or strive for a particular target or goal.

Sample Sentences:

As a verb:

1. She always shoots for the stars in her career aspirations.

2. The athlete is shooting for a personal best in the upcoming competition.

3. Our team should shoot for success and give it our best shot.

As a noun:

1. The basketball player had a perfect shoot for three points.

2. His relentless shoots for victory made him a champion.

3. The photographer captured an amazing shoot for the cover of the magazine.

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