dead on target



dead on target

1. Precisely aimed, as of a shot or throw. His shot was dead on target from nearly midfield, placed perfectly in the corner of the goal. That pitcher has been throwing dead on target all game, striking out nearly every batter.
2. Exactly correct or to the intended point. I think her speech was dead on target about what this country needs to prioritize for the future.
See also: dead, on, target

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
JanuszYAH-nuwshPolish
AkuAH-kooFinnish
Hengist-Ancient Germanic
Wealhm&Aelig;R-Anglo-Saxon
LleuLAYWelsh Mythology
RutaRUW-tahPolish