hone in (on) (Meaning)

hone in (on)

to find and go directly toward (someone or something)

The detective honed in on the suspect's alibi, meticulously examining every detail.
The scientist honed in on the precise wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by the laser.
The musician honed in on the intricate nuances of the Bach sonata, striving for perfection.
The telescope's lens honed in on the distant celestial body, revealing unprecedented clarity.
The athlete honed in on the finish line, determined to cross it first.
The investigator honed in on the inconsistencies in the witness's testimony, seeking to uncover the truth.
The artist honed in on the subject's facial expression, capturing its emotional depth on canvas.
The surgeon honed in on the exact location of the tumor, guiding the scalpel with precision.
The hiker honed in on the faint trail through the dense undergrowth, resolute in reaching their destination.
The teacher honed in on the student's strengths and weaknesses, tailoring their lesson plan accordingly.

to find and go directly toward (someone or something)

home (in on), point, fixate (on), zero (in on), level, focus, nail, center, direct, set

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The detective honed in on the suspect's alibi, meticulously examining every detail.

The scientist honed in on the precise wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by the laser.

The musician honed in on the intricate nuances of the Bach sonata, striving for perfection.

The telescope's lens honed in on the distant celestial body, revealing unprecedented clarity.