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Raretake 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.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.To direct criticism (towards).
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