Shoot for

verb

To try to achieve something.

I always shoot for the highest score in the exam.
Visual representation of "shoot for" - To try to achieve something.

Often appears as...

  • shoot for the stars
  • shoot for the moon
verb

To take a shot in a game or sport.

He decided to shoot for the goal from a long distance.
Visual representation of "shoot for" - To take a shot in a game or sport.

Often appears as...

  • shoot for the basket
  • shoot for the goal
verb

To try to achieve something.

I always shoot for the highest score in the exam.
Visual representation of "shoot for" - To try to achieve something.

Often appears as...

  • shoot for the stars
  • shoot for the moon
verb

To take a shot in a game or sport.

He decided to shoot for the goal from a long distance.
Visual representation of "shoot for" - To take a shot in a game or sport.

Often appears as...

  • shoot for the basket
  • shoot for the goal
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "shoot for"
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Setting Goals

Used when one has ambitious objectives or big dreams to achieve.

Illustration for Setting Goals
She decided to shoot for the position of CEO within five years.
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Optimistic Expression

Reflects a positive and hopeful attitude towards reaching an objective.

Illustration for Optimistic Expression
Even though it's competitive, I'm going to shoot for a scholarship.
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Ambiguous Outcome

Suggests trying for a goal where success is not guaranteed, but still worth the effort.

Illustration for Ambiguous Outcome
I know it's a long shot, but I'll shoot for a win in the contest.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Setting Goals

Used when one has ambitious objectives or big dreams to achieve.

Illustration for Setting Goals
She decided to shoot for the position of CEO within five years.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Optimistic Expression

Reflects a positive and hopeful attitude towards reaching an objective.

Illustration for Optimistic Expression
Even though it's competitive, I'm going to shoot for a scholarship.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Ambiguous Outcome

Suggests trying for a goal where success is not guaranteed, but still worth the effort.

Illustration for Ambiguous Outcome
I know it's a long shot, but I'll shoot for a win in the contest.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Setting Goals

Used when one has ambitious objectives or big dreams to achieve.

Illustration for Setting Goals
She decided to shoot for the position of CEO within five years.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Optimistic Expression

Reflects a positive and hopeful attitude towards reaching an objective.

Illustration for Optimistic Expression
Even though it's competitive, I'm going to shoot for a scholarship.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Ambiguous Outcome

Suggests trying for a goal where success is not guaranteed, but still worth the effort.

Illustration for Ambiguous Outcome
I know it's a long shot, but I'll shoot for a win in the contest.
Visual representation of the word "Shoot for"

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