1 C1 idiomatic informal
To concentrate very sharply and precisely on a specific issue, target, or detail, excluding everything else.
"The analyst lasered in on the one data point that didn't match the pattern."
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laser in on
C1 informal inseparable intransitive
To direct one's full, sharp attention or effort very precisely onto a specific target, problem, or detail.
In plain English
To look at or focus on one specific thing very, very carefully, like a laser beam pointing at it.
What does "laser in on" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic informal
To target a specific person, weakness, or opportunity with determined, precise effort.
"The coach told the team to laser in on the opponent's defensive gaps."
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Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
A laser beam is an extremely precise, concentrated beam of light — 'lasering in' on something pictures that beam narrowing onto a single point.
Actually means
To look at or focus on one specific thing very, very carefully, like a laser beam pointing at it.
Usage tip
Relatively recent expression, more common in American English. Found in business, sports commentary, and media. More vivid and emphatic than 'focus on'. Can also be spelled/said as 'laser-focus on'.
Words that pair with "laser in on"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
issue problem detail target weakness opportunity
How to conjugate "laser in on"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
laser in on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
lasers in on
he/she/it
Past simple
lasered in on
yesterday
Past participle
lasered in on
have + pp
-ing form
lasering in on
continuous
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