Professional Ways to Say "they're always chasing the wrong targets"
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They're always chasing the wrong targets.
It means the speaker thinks people are focusing on the wrong goal, person, or suspect.
From In Love With My Godfather's Daughter, Episode 24
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone complains that other people keep going after the wrong targets.
Usage Scenario
Use this when criticizing a plan or investigation that seems misdirected. It works well in work, crime, or strategy contexts.
Better ways to say it
They're always after the wrong target.
They keep chasing the wrong people.
They're focusing on the wrong target.
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