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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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In a 2023 interview with Steve Bannon, Trump became so enraptured talking about the musical that he wouldn’t stop, even as Bannon tried to get him to focus on crime in New York City.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

—Eurozone bond yields edged higher, responding to a modest rise in oil prices, while investors focus on the European Central Bank’s upcoming rate decision.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The Pope's focus is a clear counterpoint to talk elsewhere of a migration "crisis" and an "ideological invasion".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

In your 60s, the focus does shift from maximizing returns to preserving your assets and mitigating the effects of inflation and taxes, all while maintaining your peace of mind.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Part challenge, part analysis, the thrill of adrenaline and focus.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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