honing in (on)

present participle of hone in (on)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honing in (on)
Verb
  • Apple is aiming to shift Siri from an assistant that answers questions to a critical tool across the iPhone’s software.
    Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
  • Despite return-to-office mandates aiming to restore culture and trust, global employee engagement has plummeted, indicating proximity doesn't guarantee belonging.
    Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • The defense challenged that interpretation, focusing on legal questions surrounding the status of the unborn child and whether kidnapping could be applied in the manner the prosecution argued.
    Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 12 June 2026
  • Ariana Grande is expanding her philanthropic efforts with the launch of the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation, focusing on youth mental health, arts education and community support causes.
    Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 12 June 2026
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“Honing in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honing%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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