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exact aim

[ɪɡˈzækt eɪm]
nounpl: exact aims
objetivo preciso
1. A specific and accurate goal or target that is clearly defined and intended to be achieved with precision
The exact aim of the project is to reduce carbon emissions by 50% within three years.
O objetivo preciso do projeto é reduzir as emissões de carbono em 50% em três anos.
2. The act of pointing or directing something with accuracy toward a specific target
With exact aim, the archer hit the bullseye from 100 meters away.
Com precisão exata, o arqueiro acertou o alvo a 100 metros de distância.
Synonyms
precise goalspecific targetaccurate objectivedefined purposeclear intention
Antonyms
vague goalimprecise targetunclear objectiverandom aimindefinite purpose

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetivo preciso
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
alvo exato
Alternative, slightly more formal
Portugal
objetivo exato
Preferred in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the mark
on target
bull's eye
right on the money
nail it
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