Focus

usgb/ˈfəʊkəs/
noun

The center of interest or activity.

This week, the main focus of the meeting is cost cutting.
Visual representation of "focus" - The center of interest or activity.

Often appears as...

  • main focus
  • focus on
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Common Pairings

Often used with words like 'main', 'primary', or 'central' to emphasize importance in a context.

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The central focus of our project is user experience.
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Topic Transition

Used when shifting the discussion or action toward a different subject or area.

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Let's shift our focus to the marketing strategy now.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes used metaphorically to represent a need for clarity or resolution in non-physical contexts.

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We need to bring our goals into focus this quarter.
Visual representation of the word "Focus"

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