zero in on

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

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said Monday there were indications the jet was breaking apart before the fiery wreck and that investigators were zeroing in on weather conditions being a major factor in the incident. — Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026

In the last few weeks, it’s been reported that Pascal, Heyman, and new Bond director Denis Villeneuve have zeroed in on a few final contenders including Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, and Josh O’Connor. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2026

Raman zeroed in on the issue of soaring electrical bills and the string of problems plaguing LAX’s elevated rail project. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026

Spreading the wealth Pritzker’s team also has zeroed in on Republicans dogged by controversy. — Daniel C. Vock, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

Rhymes for zero in on

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