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to gun for
[phrase form: gun]
01
to actively and determinedly pursue a specific goal
Example
The athletes gunned for a spot on the national team in the upcoming trials.
The team is gunning for victory in the championship match.
She 's gunning for the title of the best salesperson in the company.
02
to actively seek to harm or cause trouble for someone
Example
The disgruntled employee was gunning for his boss by revealing confidential company information.
The competitor is gunning for our company, attempting to steal our clients and damage our reputation.
The political opponents are gunning for the incumbent 's downfall, using every opportunity to criticize and tarnish their image.
Example
The athletes gunned for a spot on the national team in the upcoming trials.
The team is gunning for victory in the championship match.
She's gunning for the title of the best salesperson in the company.
He's gunning for a promotion at work and is working hard to impress his superiors.
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