English

aim

eɪm
Meaning: to intend or hope to achieve something; to point at a target
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base aim
3rd person singular present aims
Present participle aiming
Past aimed
Will future will aim
Going-to future going to aim
Imperative negative don't aim / do not aim

Example sentences

The company aims to expand its business globally.
The company aims to expand its business globally.
The new program aims to green the local industry
The new program aims to green the local industry.
The new policy aims to bridge the digital divide.
The new policy aims to bridge the digital divide.
The campaign aims to raise public awareness of the disease.
The campaign aims to raise public awareness of the disease.
The new laws are aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions from factories.
The new laws are aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions from factories.

Usage Notes

Often used with 'to' and an infinitive to express intention, or 'at' to specify a target or audience.

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