draw a bead on

• Expression idiomatique signifiant viser soigneusement quelque chose ou quelqu'un, soit littéralement avec une arme, soit au sens figuré, en concentrant son attention sur un objectif ou une tâche précise.

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.

   viser avec précision

   • 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.

   viser un objectif

   • 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.