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take aim

The correct spelling is take aim.

How to pronounce take aim

verb

Say it like: Tak-e a-ym

The correct spelling is take aim. To position oneself and/or one's weapon so as to be aimed specifically at a chosen mark or target (which is indicated after 'at') For example: "He took aim at the prize bird meticulously and shot the cock from the distant flock with a single shot."

Usage Examples

He took aim at the prize bird meticulously and shot the cock from the distant flock with a single shot.

He needed someone to blame for the bus accident, so took aim at the mechanics who failed to carry out the checks.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To position oneself and/or one's weapon so as to be aimed specifically at a chosen mark or target (which is indicated after 'at')
  2. 2.To direct criticism (towards).

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