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

People are spending more time in the gym; zeroing in on wellness and longevity; and even planning their holidays around fitness and wellness offerings. —Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026

That’s why everyone has zeroed in on Victoria Beckham’s relationship with Brooklyn’s previous girlfriends. —Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 28 Jan. 2026

Trump administration officials have zeroed in on that fact, with FBI Director Kash Patel even suggesting over the weekend the presence of a gun at a rally could be evidence of malicious intent. —Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 27 Jan. 2026

Olive Nwosu‘s lively, humid debut feature zeroes in on a determined individualist in a city of over 17 million. —Guy Lodge, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for zero in on

• agamemnon
• automaton
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• phenomenon
• aileron
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• castellan
• celadon
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