prime target

noun

: someone who is more likely than most other people to be affected by something (such as a disease)

Men in this age group are prime targets for heart disease.

Examples of prime target in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So in the rowdy, reckless days of ‘90s TV comedy, the couple’s decision to go public with their efforts to conceive a child became a prime target for primetime parody. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026

In recent weeks, the stock has also become a prime target for short sellers, with bearish positioning last reaching about a third of the company's public float. — Lora Kolodny,samantha Subin, CNBC, 21 July 2026

Kane, 32, is viewed as a prime target, offering a similar profile to Lewandowski and potentially a more affordable acquisition given his contract status. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Enriquez said those looking to purchase durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, hospital beds or CPAP machines, are a prime target for scammers. — Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026

Rhymes for prime target

• argot
• nontarget