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target

1 of 2noun
/ˈtɑr.gɛt/
1

a goal that someone tries to achieve

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  • She set a target to save a certain amount of money by the end of the year.
  • He focused on his fitness target to run a half-marathon.
  • The team worked hard to reach their production target.
  • He adjusted his study schedule to meet his academic target.
  • She celebrated reaching her target weight after months of effort.
2

a person, building, or area marked to be attacked

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  • They established security measures around high-profile targets.
  • The military identified a key target for the operation.
  • The organization's actions raised concerns about the safety of vulnerable targets.
  • She was shocked to learn that the building was a target of the attack.
  • The hackers aimed at government systems as their target.
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3

the specific location or area intended to be hit

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4

a person or entity subjected to ridicule, attack, or exploitation

5

a marked surface or object that shooters aim at to score points or achieve accuracy in shooting competitions

A target is an object or area that athletes aim for in various sports and activities to achieve a goal or score. It can come in different shapes and sizes, depending on the sport, such as a bullseye in archery or a net in soccer. Targets are used to test accuracy, focus, and skill, requiring players to direct their shots or movements toward a specific point. In training, using a target helps athletes improve precision, control, and consistency in their performance. Targets are essential in sports like archery, shooting, and even in games like darts.

  • The shooter focused intensely on hitting the target during the competition.
  • During practice, she adjusted her aim to hit the center of the target consistently.
  • Every shooting range provides various targets for different disciplines and distances.
  • The target's bullseye is the highest-scoring area and requires precise shooting.
  • He aimed carefully and squeezed the trigger to hit the target accurately.
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