Aim and Contend

Aim

Aim verb - To point or turn (something) toward a target or goal.

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Contend and aim are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contend" instead a verb "Aim".

Nearby Words: aimed, aiming

Contend verb - To engage in a contest.

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Aim and contend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aim" instead a verb "Contend".

Without auto-aim, there's still the split-second delay between pulling the trigger and the shot you have to contend with.

Source: Video Game / Shadow Warrior (1997)

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