take aim

Idioms  

1. Direct a missile or criticism at something or someone, as in Raising his rifle, Chet took aim at the squirrel but missed it entirely, or In his last speech the President took aim at the opposition leader. [Late 1500s]

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take aim

The analysis is the latest to take aim at the lasting power of the deep, indefinite housing shortage relative to demand that has defined the past decade of housing activity—but it isn’t the first.

From Barron's ● Jun. 28, 2026

He’s run 13.91 in the event, should be favorite to win the Mission League title on April 30, then take aim at a Southern Section title.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026

The bill does not take aim at event contracts on others outcomes, like Federal Reserve interest rates or the price of a barrel of oil.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 23, 2026

The investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 will take aim at what the U.S. deems unfair trade practices.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026

Winged archers take aim at the cluster of roots where the Ghost was hiding.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black