angle for

verb

Definitions

  1. To try to obtain something by subtle indirect means

    To try to obtain something by subtle indirect means: political manoeuvres, suggestion, etc.

    • Rumors flew that Marlon Brando was angling for the lead — an odd choice, most agreed, but a sure sign of box office success.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see angle, for.

    • He angles for trout Sundays.

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