Meaning & use
focus
The center of attention, interest, or activity that receives the most effort or concentration.
See it in a sentence
The meeting's focus was next quarter's budget, so side topics were saved for later.
Her main focus during training was improving speed rather than building overall strength.
A note on using this word
Focus is often paired with prepositions like 'on' or 'of'; as a verb it means to direct attention or adjust a lens sharply.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To direct one's attention or effort toward a single point or purpose.
She focused on her breathing to calm her nerves before the interview.
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