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focus of attention

NOUN
focal point
Synonyms
STRONGEST
center of attention centerpiece
WEAK
point of convergence prime focus
NOUN
limelight
Synonyms
STRONGEST
glare prominence public eye spotlight
STRONG
eminence exposure hype renown
WEAK
fifteen minutes of fame media attention photo opportunity public interest public notice public recognition
Antonyms
STRONGEST
obscurity
NOUN
subject matter
Synonyms
STRONGEST
subject text topic
WEAK
category contents subject of thought

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 two 18-year-olds were the focus of attention in the build-up to the game at Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca urging his player to ignore the comparisons.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

It becomes a focus of attention only when its function falters, such as in blood cancers.

From Science Daily • Nov. 20, 2025

The 24-year-old was the focus of attention from the first minute in Switzerland, stepping up as England's first-choice keeper following Mary Earps' retirement five weeks earlier.

From BBC • Jul. 27, 2025

A Union cabinet minister is the focus of attention.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel