- to aim at (with a weapon, etc.)
- to be after (something or someone); to have an eye on; to plan to make one's own
- to aim for; to set up as a goal
Godan verb with 'u' ending; transitive verb
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- to aim at (with a weapon, etc.)
- to be after (something or someone); to have an eye on; to plan to make one's own
- to aim for; to set up as a goal
This is used when someone is targeting a specific object or person, typically with a weapon.
This is used when someone is pursuing something or someone, figuratively aiming to acquire or achieve them.
This is used when setting a target or objective to achieve.
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To aim at something with precision, often with the intention to hit or achieve a target.
To aim for a goal or aspiration, often related to career or personal achievements.
To choose or pick something from a selection, indicating intention and preference.
To chase after something or someone, often with a sense of urgency or pursuit.
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However men, seeking the contents of that safe, kidnap Hana. And those men were really detectives.
After business came to a halt, many bathhouses added new facilities, such as saunas and exercise equipment, in an effort to attract customers.