English Explanatory Dictionary

in the crosshairs

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. Targeted at the point of intersection of the two perpendicular lines in a gunsight or scope.
  2. Subject to close scrutiny.
  3. Singled out for blame, harassment, or other unwanted attention.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

in the crosshairs
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