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focal

[foh-kuhl] / ˈfoʊ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
pertaining to a focus
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That’s rightly going to be the focal point of Talarico’s campaign.

From Slate • May 30, 2026

In the Political Thinking interview, Streeting was also asked about his position on Brexit, which was a focal point of a speech he gave last weekend.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The other focal point is a rebel-held city largely cut off from government resources.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

As you continue into the lounge, the focal point is the stage, which is adorned with zebra-printed carpet and dramatic, red velvet curtains.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Just behind that was the focal point of the entire church: a steel two-pronged fork similar to the one on the roof outside.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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