crosshairs

• Substantiv, das das Fadenkreuz in einem optischen Gerät bezeichnet; metaphorisch auch der Mittelpunkt des Interesses oder der Fokus der Aufmerksamkeit, oft wenn jemand oder etwas scharf beobachtet oder zum Ziel gemacht wird.

A noun referring to the center of interest or focus of attention, often used metaphorically to describe a situation where someone or something is being closely watched or targeted.

unregelmäßiger Plural

1. Center of attention or focusB2informal

   The focal point of interest, scrutiny, or targeting, often used metaphorically.

   Im Fokus der Aufmerksamkeit

   • The new policy is in the crosshairs of public debate.
   • After the scandal, the CEO was in the crosshairs of the media.
   • The project's budget is currently in the crosshairs of the auditors.

   Synonymecenterfocuslimelightspotlighttarget

2. Targeting reticleB2formal

   A set of fine lines or marks in the eyepiece of an optical device, such as a scope, used for aiming.

   Fadenkreuz

   • The sniper adjusted the crosshairs on the target.
   • The crosshairs in the microscope helped align the specimen.
   • He centered the crosshairs on the bullseye before firing.

   Synonymegraticulereticle