zero in on

phrasal verb

zeroed in on; zeroing in on; zeroes in on

1

: to direct all of one's attention to (someone or something)

Scientists are hoping to zero in on a cure.

2

: to aim something (such as a gun or camera) directly at (someone or something)

The gunner zeroed in on the target.

Examples of zero in on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Google’s GNoME architecture used graph networks (along with active learning) to zero in on low-energy crystal candidates. —Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2025

Abu Dhabi has zeroed in on the sectors that will drive its next phase of non-oil growth, the chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development said. —Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2025

While the app was designed for cross-generational consumers, Kotb said her team is zeroing in on the effervescent college student right now. —Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025

Rally your friends, family members and fellow cat lovers to vote for your favorites and zero in on a winner. —Idaho Statesman, 22 Oct. 2025

Rhymes for zero in on

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