Make a Beeline for.
English
idiom
Move quickly and directly toward something or someone.
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Move quickly and directly toward something or someone.
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To go directly and quickly toward a specific person, place, or thing without stopping or being distracted.
When you make a beeline for something, you head straight for it with purpose and speed.
It is often used when someone moves purposefully toward something they want or need.
"Make a Move"
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Taking deliberate action toward a goal, often involving a strategic or interpersonal step
"Head Straight For"
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Moving directly toward a destination without stopping, not necessarily fast or urgent
"Make a Beeline for"
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Moving quickly and directly toward a specific target with clear purpose
Did you get to talk to the keynote speaker at the event last night?
Yes — I made a beeline for her the moment her session ended.
What's the first thing you do when you get home after a long day?
Make a beeline for the sofa and not move for at least an hour.
How did you spot the limited edition jacket before it sold out?
I made a beeline for that section the second the shop opened.
