现代大学英语精读1 lesson4language study.pptVIP

6. zero in on sb./sth. v. a. to aim guns, etc. at or find the range of (a particular target) Example: Artillery and mortars were zeroed in on all avenues of approach. b. to fix attention on sb./sth.; focus on sb./sth. Example: We should zero in on the key issues for discussion. Phrases and Expressions 7. shake sb. down v. to get money from sb. by using threats Example: Some neighborhood bully has been shaking this boy down for more than a month. Phrases and Expressions 8. be on the case prep. be in charge of or d