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focus

[foh-kuhs] / ˈfoʊ kəs /
NOUN
center or object of attention
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NOUN
point at which light or sound converge
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There's a focus on community and the euphoria of - in his own words - "dancing together, sweating together and singing together".

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Sarah Longwell recently screened a tape of a focus group of Catholic participants discussing President Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV, rewatching key interactions like a sports coach reviewing tapes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

This global policy focus shows that quantum technology has graduated from a curiosity to a cornerstone of national security.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

The organization’s focus is on giving a platform to both global and local performers, including previous headliners iLe, Adrian Quesada and Ana Tijoux.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

I’m sure Teddy would love it, but I can’t focus enough to choose.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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