Dictionary Entry
goals
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ɡɔʊlz/Word FrequencyCommon (5.76)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)A result that one is attempting to achieve.
In a Sentence
“My lifelong goal is to get into a Hollywood movie.”
Published Usage Examples
“One of Obama's main goals is "redistribute the wealth" – his exact words – in the US.”
“Alexander suggested that one way to accomplish these twin goals is to consider eliminating tax deductions granted on so-called “Cadillac” employer-provider health insurance plans.”
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Origin
Late Middle English, from Old English “gāl” meaning a boundary or limit.
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Poetry examples for “goals”
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