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Ambition

/æˈmbɪʃən/
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(noun) Eager or inordinate desire for some object that confers distinction, as preferment, honor, superiority, political power, or fame; desire to distinguish one's self from other people.

It is Tom's ambition to go to the moon.
Sony inspires ambition among its employees.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her main ____ is to become a successful doctor and help people.

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