Take aim at somebody/something

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verb

To aim a weapon or criticism towards someone or something.

The critics took aim at the government's new policy.
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Often appears as...

  • take aim at policy
  • take aim at idea

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Colloquial

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Metaphorical Use

Understand it's often used metaphorically to express criticism, not just physically aiming a weapon.

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Journalists took aim at the celebrity's controversial remarks.
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Specific Objectives

It's used when attacking specific points or aspects rather than general criticism.

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She took aim at the company's lack of diversity policies.
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Negative Connotation

The phrase usually denotes negative attention or opposition to the target.

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The opposition party took aim at the new tax reform.
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