Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

draw-a-bead-on-something

idiom
/drɔː ə biːd ɒn ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Definition
To aim carefully at something, usually with the intent to shoot or to target a specific goal or objective.
Examples
  • Before taking the shot, he took a moment to draw a bead on the deer.
  • In negotiations, it’s important to draw a bead on your main objectives.
Meaning
This phrase often implies that one is concentrating their efforts on a particular task or target, typically with precision and focus.
Synonyms
  • focus on
  • aim at
  • target