When you "angle for" something, it means that you are trying to get or achieve it through indirect or cunning means. There are several synonyms that can be used for this phrase such as: scheme for, strive for, manoeuvre for, connive for, fish for, hunt for, solicit for, push for, aspire for, crave for, and covet for. All of these synonyms indicate a similar level of intention and effort to get something, but with different nuances. For instance, "scheme for" and "connive for" suggest a more deceptive approach, while "push for" and "strive for" imply a more open and direct means of achieving the desired outcome.