take aim

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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

County Supervisor Janice Hahn long opposed the eradication, ever since a previous plan called for sharpshooters to take aim at the deer from helicopters.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 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

Legendary movie director Steven Spielberg on Friday defended enjoying the arts as a shared live experience, appearing to take aim at Oscar nominee Timothee Chalamet's controversial remarks about ballet and opera.

From Barron's ● Mar. 14, 2026

They can take aim at particular events, goods and materials, and exceptions can excuse particular companies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 22, 2026

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

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black