zeroed (in on)

past tense of zero (in on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for zeroed (in on)
Verb
  • Modern breeders have focused not just on leaf color, but on traits including leaf size and shape.
    Margaret Roach, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Between 2008 and 2021, the use of sinkers was down over 40 percent as teams focused on high-spin riding fastballs and pitching for whiffs at the top of the zone.
    Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • As previously reported, Flying Lotus has directed and scored the upcoming film Ash, a science-fiction horror starring Eiza González and Aaron Paul.
    Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 11 Mar. 2025
  • But on Friday, the governor directed them to start over, citing concerns about costs.
    Nicole Nixon, Sacramento Bee, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Organizers have also set aside $5 million to put towards player expenses, including a $1,000 travel stipend for each player and two hotel rooms at the official player hotel (or $600 per day for staying at alternative accommodation).
    George Ramsay, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
  • When a client doesn’t just smile but elevates—makes more money, sets stronger boundaries or magnetizes healthier relationships—you’re no longer delivering a program.
    Shay Levister, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Anthony nailed the performance and never looked back as his music career took off, Tony said.
    Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The Ferrari driver nailed his start from pole and dominated the end of the sprint race in what was an impressive drive.
    Luke Smith, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
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“Zeroed (in on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zeroed%20%28in%20on%29. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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