shoot for

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (transitive, phrasal verb): 1. To aim for or strive to achieve a specific, often ambitious, goal or target. It implies setting one's sights on a particular objective and making an effort to attain it. Usage This phrasal verb is used to express the act of targeting a specific achievement. It is often followed by the goal itself. * Structure : shoot for + [goal/target/objective] *...