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
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Second Wind Fund has zeroed in on Yuma County, working with local organizations that support youth to make their presence known. Elizabeth Hernandez, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024 With this, the modern borrower is zeroing in on alternative lending solutions. Christian Faes, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Health authorities have cleared the chain’s fresh beef patties as the source of the outbreak, and the investigation has zeroed in on the slivered onions that are included in the menu item. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2024 That's why investigators have zeroed in on these specific ingredients. Erika Edwards, NBC News, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for zero in on 

Dictionary Entries Near zero in on

Cite this Entry

“Zero in on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zero%20in%20on. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!