aim for the sky

To set one's goals or ambitions very high; to try to attain or achieve something particularly difficult. My parents always taught me to aim for the sky when I was growing up—that I could be anything I set my mind to! With all that money, you could do whatever you want. Aim for the sky, kiddo!

aim for the sky

and reach for the sky and shoot for the sky

in. to aspire to something; to set one’s goals high. (See a different sense at reach for the sky.) Shoot for the sky, son. Don’t settle for second best. Don’t settle for less. Reach for the sky!

See also: aim, sky

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

See also:

reach for the sky
shoot for the sky
reach for the stars
reach for the moon
shoot for the stars
shoot for the moon
raise (one's) sights
raise one's sights
raise sights
raise your sights

References in periodicals archive

Speaking during the programme, a member of the board of trustees, Mrs O.O Alade appreciated the efforts of the organisation and the turnout of the disabled as well as their interest in equipping themselves through such a programme and urged them not to relent in their efforts but aim for the sky.

As Organisations Partner To Improve Financial Literacy Among Disabled People

The best lesson I learned from my mom is to keep my feet on the ground as I aim for the sky. She's always told me how I should never let hubris get the best of me, and that no matter what I achieve in life, and no matter who I become, I should choose to remain humble.

WHAT'S THE BEST LESSON YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR MOM?

Following Shaikh Zayed's vision, the UAE has achieved tremendous gains for women and encouraged women to aim for the sky. Here are some statistics that bear witness to UAE's sterling performance in this field:

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The great Bill Shankly said: "Aim for the sky and you'll reach the ceiling, reach for the ceiling and you'll stay on the floor."

Fangs for soundbites, Pedro .. you're breath of fresh air; Parks Life THE EX-PRO IN THE KNOW

So, let's aim for the sky, and, who knows, with a manager with fresh ideas and huge ambition we may even hit it.

Losing bus service is like severing a lifeline; Get in touch - tell us what you think Email: letters@liverpoolecho.co.uk Phone: 0151 227 2000 Twitter: @LIVECHONEWS Facebook: facebook.com/theliverpoolecho Post: Liverpool ECHO, PO Box 48, Old Hall Street, Liverpool L69 3EB

Thaddius Maswahu, Standard Bank Namibia's Head of Marketing, said he has no doubt that this award ceremony will encourage learners across Namibia to aim for the sky in all their endeavours and become valuable and great leaders in Namibia in the respective fields they venture into.

Best learners awarded with substantial cash incentives

A school spokesman said: "It was wonderful to see so many of them literally aim for the sky. Students sampled a true taste of university life and it is really encouraging to hear that the majority of students enjoyed a positive experience of higher education.

Rising to the occasion; Schooltrip CARDINAL NEWMAN SCHOOLYear 10

"You've always got to be positive and aim for the sky. It's not the start we wanted losing the first Test, but we certainly believe we can bounce back next week.

'That first half was the quickest game I've ever played in - we struggled'

BILL SHANKLY once said: "Aim for the sky and you''ll reach the ceiling.

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If we don't aim for the sky, we won't reach the top of the mountain."

Council lacks green ambition

'We will start work and aim for the sky. I have actually not been to the National Theatre in a while so I don't know the extent of the work awaiting me but I am not a stranger to hard work.

We'll restore National Theatre's lost glory under my watch -Oyedepo

"As Bill Shankley said: "Aim for the sky and you will reach the ceiling.

If anything can be said [...]

"We should aim for the sky," he told his colleagues.

Green bid rubbished; COUNCIL: Recycling target 'not good enough'

"We feel privileged to be stewards of this club and hope, as our chapter unfolds, that we can live up to the expectations once spoken by Bill Shankly: 'Aim for the sky and you'llthat we want to be the best team in England and that we will do everything we can to bring success back to Liverpool.

THANK YOU; WERNER'S MESSAGE TO KOP: We'll drive on to get Reds right back to top Kenny embodies all that's great about club We've been bowled over by fans' welcome Kenny's perfect to lead Reds - Werner

"We always aim for the sky and you can't get much bigger than the Beatles.

Westlife: We're the Beatles

词组	aim for the sky
释义	aim for the sky aim for the sky To set one's goals or ambitions very high; to try to attain or achieve something particularly difficult. My parents always taught me to aim for the sky when I was growing up—that I could be anything I set my mind to! With all that money, you could do whatever you want. Aim for the sky, kiddo! See also: aim, sky Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. aim for the sky and reach for the sky and shoot for the sky in. to aspire to something; to set one’s goals high. (See a different sense at reach for the sky.) Shoot for the sky, son. Don’t settle for second best. Don’t settle for less. Reach for the sky! See also: aim, sky McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions See also: reach for the sky shoot for the sky reach for the stars reach for the moon shoot for the stars shoot for the moon raise (one's) sights raise one's sights raise sights raise your sights References in periodicals archive Speaking during the programme, a member of the board of trustees, Mrs O.O Alade appreciated the efforts of the organisation and the turnout of the disabled as well as their interest in equipping themselves through such a programme and urged them not to relent in their efforts but aim for the sky. As Organisations Partner To Improve Financial Literacy Among Disabled People The best lesson I learned from my mom is to keep my feet on the ground as I aim for the sky. She's always told me how I should never let hubris get the best of me, and that no matter what I achieve in life, and no matter who I become, I should choose to remain humble. WHAT'S THE BEST LESSON YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR MOM? Following Shaikh Zayed's vision, the UAE has achieved tremendous gains for women and encouraged women to aim for the sky. Here are some statistics that bear witness to UAE's sterling performance in this field: Zayed encouraged women's education and empowerment The great Bill Shankly said: "Aim for the sky and you'll reach the ceiling, reach for the ceiling and you'll stay on the floor." Fangs for soundbites, Pedro .. you're breath of fresh air; Parks Life THE EX-PRO IN THE KNOW So, let's aim for the sky, and, who knows, with a manager with fresh ideas and huge ambition we may even hit it. Losing bus service is like severing a lifeline; Get in touch - tell us what you think Email: letters@liverpoolecho.co.uk Phone: 0151 227 2000 Twitter: @LIVECHONEWS Facebook: facebook.com/theliverpoolecho Post: Liverpool ECHO, PO Box 48, Old Hall Street, Liverpool L69 3EB Thaddius Maswahu, Standard Bank Namibia's Head of Marketing, said he has no doubt that this award ceremony will encourage learners across Namibia to aim for the sky in all their endeavours and become valuable and great leaders in Namibia in the respective fields they venture into. Best learners awarded with substantial cash incentives A school spokesman said: "It was wonderful to see so many of them literally aim for the sky. Students sampled a true taste of university life and it is really encouraging to hear that the majority of students enjoyed a positive experience of higher education. Rising to the occasion; Schooltrip CARDINAL NEWMAN SCHOOLYear 10 "You've always got to be positive and aim for the sky. It's not the start we wanted losing the first Test, but we certainly believe we can bounce back next week. 'That first half was the quickest game I've ever played in - we struggled' BILL SHANKLY once said: "Aim for the sky and you''ll reach the ceiling. Why new owners have to end Roy's wretched Reds reign If we don't aim for the sky, we won't reach the top of the mountain." Council lacks green ambition 'We will start work and aim for the sky. I have actually not been to the National Theatre in a while so I don't know the extent of the work awaiting me but I am not a stranger to hard work. We'll restore National Theatre's lost glory under my watch -Oyedepo "As Bill Shankley said: "Aim for the sky and you will reach the ceiling. If anything can be said [...] "We should aim for the sky," he told his colleagues. Green bid rubbished; COUNCIL: Recycling target 'not good enough' "We feel privileged to be stewards of this club and hope, as our chapter unfolds, that we can live up to the expectations once spoken by Bill Shankly: 'Aim for the sky and you'llthat we want to be the best team in England and that we will do everything we can to bring success back to Liverpool. THANK YOU; WERNER'S MESSAGE TO KOP: We'll drive on to get Reds right back to top Kenny embodies all that's great about club We've been bowled over by fans' welcome Kenny's perfect to lead Reds - Werner "We always aim for the sky and you can't get much bigger than the Beatles. Westlife: We're the Beatles
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