zoom in
Britishverb
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(intr, adverb) photog films television to increase rapidly the magnification of the image of a distant object by means of a zoom lens
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to examine the smallest details of a subject
Example Sentences
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Admins now zoom in on aluminum cans to cross-reference dent patterns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
The two workers scrolling through the photos on an iPad zoom in on teeth, tattoos, or scars.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
"These findings allow our community to zoom in on factors tied to longevity and, more importantly, they point to what maybe are key elements to extend the healthspan of all."
From Science Daily ● Jun. 21, 2026
At Geffen, it became a gripping showpiece, like attempting to zoom in a Ferrari through Manhattan streets, were they ever empty — the thrill of taking it all in.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
I zoom in on a group of church ladies with big hats and Bibles tucked under their arms.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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