focus of attention

Example Sentences

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Middle East tensions remain a focus of attention, although their impact on oil prices has been limited, XS.com’s Antonio Di Giacomo says in an email.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

The Fed’s decision to hold interest rates steady Wednesday wasn’t much of a surprise, so Powell’s comments were the focus of attention.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Agyemang said being the focus of attention was "weird".

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025

"In the wake of COVID-19, animal hosts are now becoming a focus of attention for understanding disease appearance and persistence," Inskip said.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2024

Some writers sense a subtle distinction in the focus of attention.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker