Word Finder - targeting

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To aim something, especially a weapon, at (a target).

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To aim for as an audience or demographic.

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The advertising campaign targeted older women.

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To produce code suitable for.

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This cross-platform compiler can target any of several processors.

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An instance of targeting.

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Involved in the transportation or correct positioning of a protein inside or outside a specific region of the cell.

So you were targeting the teenagers?

No more hunting, tracking, targeting, hurting, killing, or anything else.

The students will tour shools in West Yorkshire from December 3-14, targeting areas prone to arson attacks.

The division's new burglary Squad kicked off the operation on June 1, targeting a small group of prolific burglars.

Our ability to inspect efficiently and swiftly depends on accurate screening and targeting high-risk cargo.

Tuesday, April 25, 2006 A major clampdown targeting people attempting to smuggle drugs into HMP Leeds is enjoying continued success.

Loyalist followers of the former dictator are accused of targeting Iraqis they perceive to be working with the U.S.-led coalition.

An advisor to Saudi crown prince Abdullah said discussions about targeting Saddam had already begun.

We are convinced it will really appeal to the discerning lager drinkers that Cobra is targeting across all its markets.

Specialist techniques such as ES cell gene targeting and experimental mouse embryology are routinely practiced.

A second pipeline is under development to catch failures, targeting internal exons of Vega genes.

The strategy of targeting growth rates of specific monetary aggregates was designed to avoid damaging swings in monetary aggregates was designed to avoid damaging swings in monetary policy.

It is the first fully human monoclonal antibody for RA that works by targeting a key inflammatory protein, Tumor Necrosis Factor.

There is emphasis on spatial targeting and policy delivery within a multi-agency partnership framework.

For the duration of the Artillery Strike, your designated target will appear on their Command Map and Mortar sights as a targeting reticule.

We even have a specialist group dealing with overseas applicants, and another targeting returnees.

Whilst not showing antigen specificity, they clearly exhibit some degree of selectivity in targeting " abnormal " cells for lysis.

Königsberg fired first, targeting via shore spotters, the monitors replying using spotter aircraft.

Even looters, famous for targeting electronic shops, couldn't muster the energy to steal a stereo.

Americans for Medical Progress (a pro-vivisectionist lobby group based in the States) has been targeting the celebrity supporters of animal rights groups.

She is part of a local research collaboration developing novel therapeutics targeting regulators of tumor invasion.

To provide triangulation, a qualitative content analysis was performed on a sample of community discussions, again targeting known CoP traits.

If this process can be halted, the tumor will stop growing an approach called vascular targeting.

Even looters, famous for targeting electronic shops, could n't muster the energy to steal a stereo.

Evo cat food is one of many premium brands targeting pet owners who want to feed their cat a better class of food.

Targeting a customer who is looking for a mineral makeup with more coverage, Sheer Cover is a less expensive option.

Many cosmetic manufacturers recognize the value of targeting the teenage niche.

MySpace has received some negative publicity, mainly due to online predators targeting underage girls.

For maximum impact, design your flier to look like a mini scrapbook page and create different versions targeting projects such as wedding, baby, vacation, or family heritage scrapbook ideas.

Over the years, the Vita Mix company has introduced a variety of different blenders, targeting several markets.

The company has also focused on convenience foods, targeting a couple of niches in which tasty and quick meals and snacks are most welcome.

Even if you live in a low crime neighborhood, that doesn't stop thieves from targeting your home.

If you have any concerns about whether the person you are targeting would be a good sport, then the best choice is to decide not to play a joke on that individual.

Following are considerations and guidance for targeting what you need to know to choose the best senior housing for you or a loved one.

Targeting your designer eyeglasses search to include only the styles you are after can yield successful results.

The targeting systems gets a little muddled if you shooting at something that's crawling at you, but for the most part you'll kill zombies much better and faster using Carrier's system.

There's no denying who they were targeting with this game!

But with the hopefulness of a working control scheme, the targeting got extremely shaky due to the action and trying to control your character.

The music selection is a decidedly mixed bag, although this is to be expected when you're targeting such a wide audience.

Even cheats that provide you with unlimited ammo or perfect targeting would be unfair to the other players in the game.

The same manual and lock-on targeting is available while you're driving.

The targeting system is a lock-on target that really isn't helpful to anything.

You can play wrestling games just about anywhere, but these cheats are targeting the PS3 version of Smackdown vs. Raw 2008.

Games Radar is not pleased with the targeting system, saying that it often sticks "to the enemy you just knocked down (and therefore can't attack until he gets up again) while another is bashing you in the back."

Video games began to break this mold by allowing complex games to be created, targeting the much older age group of 25-35.

Targeting the same market as the Apple iPhone, the Verizon Voyager cell phone looks like it's going to be an attractive mobile phone that will get fashionistas and tech geeks alike to swoon over its svelte appearance and alluring features.

This came before the current era of widespread smartphone usage, so the Mogul was largely targeting the corporate market.

This correlation remains true in spite of increasing governmental support for programs targeting children in low-income households.

Some lasers do operate by targeting contrasting colors, however, so the darker the contrast between the hair and skin, the more effective the treatment may be.

Lasers work by targeting and heating the darkest area in the line of vision, and, in least in theory, does not heat the surrounding areas of skin.