aspire after, aspire to
The verb aspire means to want to have, become or do something. Aspire is normally followed by the preposition to.
- Many young hockey players aspire to play in the National Hockey League.
- Do you aspire to riches, fame and fortune?
Less frequently, aspire is followed by the preposition after.
- The ancient philosopher Plato aspired after Truth.
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