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angling

[ ang-gling ]

noun

  1. the act or art of fishing with a hook and line, usually attached to a rod.


angling

/ ˈæŋɡ±ôɪŋ /

noun

    1. the art or sport of catching fish with a rod and line and a baited hook or other lure, such as a fly; fishing
    2. ( as modifier )

      an angling contest

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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of angling1

First recorded in 1490–1500; angle 2 + -ing 1
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But she’s also disappointed that her father — a well-intentioned widower still struggling to connect with his daughter — wants in on the financial gain by angling for partner status.

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The budget for fiscal year 2026, in which Republicans are angling to make drastic cuts to Medicaid and nutritional assistance, is moving in parallel to the continuing resolution negotiations.

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It’s the rapid decline of iconic salmon that previously provided world-class recreational angling in the delta and fed a healthy commercial fishery on the coast.

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The Ravens star is angling for his third most valuable player award by setting the NFL record for career yards rushing by a quarterback while passing for a franchise-record 39 touchdowns with just four interceptions.

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But Ethan, who is angling for a promotion at work, is uncomfortable helping a terrorist.

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