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
