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My goal is to read ten books this year.
What does Goal mean?
A goal is something you want to achieve or score.
Dictionary definition
Something a person or group aims to achieve, or a point scored in some sports.
Example sentences
Goal in a sentence
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The soccer player scored a goal in the final minute.
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Setting a clear goal can help people plan their next steps.
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What does goal mean?
A goal can be a desired result or a point in a sport.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses goal correctly?
A goal is something someone aims to achieve.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to goal?
A target is something someone tries to reach, like a goal.
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MeaningGoal means A goal is something you want to achieve or score.
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Synonyms
Words like Goal
Antonyms
Opposite words
aimlessnessHaving no clear purpose or target.
obstacleSomething that blocks progress toward a goal.
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Word family
Goal word family
Base word
goal
noun
goals
More than one goal.
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Hint for students
A goal is something you are trying to do or achieve. It can also mean a score in a sport.
Common mix-up
A goal is not always just a dream. A goal usually has effort or a plan behind it.
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Write one sentence that shows goal without using the word goal. Model sentence: "He practiced every day because he wanted to make the school team." Clue words: practiced every day, wanted to make, school team. Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something someone is trying to achieve?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Nina's goal was to read ten books by June." Why does goal fit better than wish?
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