zeroed (in on)

verb

past tense of zero (in on)
1
as in pointed

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2
as in focused (on)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zeroed (in on)
  1. pointed
  2. aimed
  3. focused
  4. directed
  5. centered
  6. set
  7. nailed
Verb
  • According to the complaint, the man had his camera pointed at a child at one point.
    — Nick Lentz, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • It feels pointed at this point.
    — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 23 Feb. 2026
Definition of pointed
Verb
  • Consumer-insights specialists, data and AI owners, cultural strategists, legal or privacy teams and people from the actual customer segment should all review campaigns aimed at mothers.
    — Christine Michel Carter, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • The wave of attacks is raising concern that the war could be entering a new phase, a month after the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 July 2026
Definition of aimed
Verb
  • Ukraine has until now focused its long-range drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and factories making weapons and military hardware, as well as Russian shipping.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Throughout its duration, Agbaji rotated between training stations as campers ages 8-18 ran through drills focused on skills, teamwork and leadership.
    — Alexa Stone, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
Definition of focused
Verb
  • Hochul, in signing the order, directed the Department of Public Service (DPS) to consider creating the fund to help support the procurement of a clean energy supply and establish an insurance pool to protect against large loads.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 14 July 2026
  • The 2000s megacomic Dane Cook will star in an upcoming horror short directed by wunderkind Obsession director Barker’s father, Jeff Barker, per The Hollywood Reporter.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Definition of directed
Verb
  • When our voices are centered in the decision-making process, the result is more meaningful, more innovative, more representative and ultimately stronger for everyone.
    — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Canada’s discussion over its future fighter fleet has taken another step after aerospace firms outlined plans for an advanced training and mission support network centered on the Saab Gripen.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026
Definition of centered
Verb
  • In the aftermath of COVID-19, the ultrawealthy set their sights on Florida for its laissez-faire attitude.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • Rotating between a starter and an impact substitute, Barcola seemed to be in a hurry to stamp his attacking authority on games and set France on the front foot.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of set
Verb
  • Red Schoendienst tried to steal a run for the NL after Stone was summoned in the eighth inning, but the pitcher’s throw to the plate nailed the runner for the third out.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
  • Season 5 followed Holy Week and the Last Supper, and season 6 will cover the Crucifixion and the final 24 hours of Jesus’ life before he is nailed to the cross.
    — Brayden Garcia July 7, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
Definition of nailed
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