draw a bead on

• Expresión idiomática que significa apuntar con cuidado a algo o alguien, ya sea literalmente con un arma, o en sentido figurado, centrando la atención en un objetivo o tarea concreta.

An idiomatic expression meaning to take careful aim at something or someone, either literally with a weapon or figuratively by focusing attention on a specific target or goal.

1. Aim at a targetC1informalamerican

   To aim a gun or other weapon precisely at a target.

   apuntar a un objetivo

   • The hunter drew a bead on the deer.
   • He drew a bead on the target and fired.
   • The sniper drew a bead on the enemy soldier.

2. Focus on a goalC2informalamerican

   To direct one's attention or efforts toward achieving a specific objective.

   Apuntar a un objetivo

   • The company drew a bead on increasing market share.
   • She drew a bead on her career goals and worked hard.
   • The team drew a bead on winning the championship.