reticle

Definition

A crosshair grid in optical instruments that helps you focus on what actually matters instead of everything at once. Useful in both firearms and metaphorical business decisions.

Example Usage

We need to reticle our marketing strategy to focus on our core audience instead of chasing every demographic.

Source: Military and optical equipment terminology

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