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Region: General | Usage example: His explanation hit the mark with the skeptical audience.

Hit the mark

Meaning

Achieve the desired result.

Usage

Used to praise accuracy.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Target shooting imagery.

Used across military and business contexts for decades.

Related Idioms

Miss the mark

Fail to achieve the desired result.

Make your mark

Achieve recognition or influence.

Come to fruition

Achieve the planned result.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.