zero in on
Example Sentences
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His office would zero in on guns with a short “time to crime” from the initial sale and see if investigators could build leads from purchase records.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Some commenters zero in on seemingly inconsequential details.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 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
"We’re in a period where we zero in on what's essential. You can feel it in the shows," added Astrid Faguer, fashion journalist at Les Echos newspaper.
From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026
Most people would stand back and zero in on a tiny hole.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
