Word: Shoot for
Definition:
The phrase "shoot for" means to aim for something ambitious or to have a big goal. When you "shoot for" something, you are trying to achieve it, often something that is challenging or requires a lot of effort.
Usage Instructions:
- Use "shoot for" when you want to express that you are setting a goal or trying to achieve something significant. - It is often followed by a noun or a phrase that describes the goal you want to reach.
Examples: 1. "I want to shoot for a promotion at work this year." 2. "She decided to shoot for a perfect score on her exam."
Advanced Usage:
- You can also use "shoot for" in a more metaphorical sense, like "shooting for the stars," which means aiming for very high or difficult goals.
Word Variants: - The phrase can be used in different tenses, such as: - Present: "I shoot for my dreams." - Past: "He shot for success last year." - Future: "They will shoot for a better future."
Different Meanings:
- In a different context, "shoot" can mean to take a photograph (e.g., "I will shoot some pictures at the party"), but in "shoot for," it specifically relates to aiming for goals.
Synonyms: - Aim for - Strive for - Pursue - Set your sights on - Aspire to
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - "Shoot for the stars": This is an idiom that means to aim for very high, ambitious goals. - "Shoot down": This means to reject or dismiss an idea or plan, which has a different meaning than "shoot for."
Summary:
"Shoot for" is a motivational phrase that encourages setting and pursuing ambitious goals.