zero in on
Example Sentences
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With new technology, scientists can zero in on this split focus.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
“A whole generation of traders and economists have been brought up to zero in on a number that is invariably revised a month later.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
"There's a wonderful relationship between the mother and daughter, and we really tried to zero in on the emotional horror, like to really make you feel it," Williamson said.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
While Martin reigned supreme on the top charts — and as his hypnotic music video circulated across the popular MTV channel — the mainstream media would zero in on more than his music.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026
It’s sifting through the situation in front of us, throwing out all that is irrelevant while we zero in on what really matters.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
