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focal

[foh-kuhl] / ˈfoʊ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
pertaining to a focus
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AFP journalists saw one of the biggest rallies in the capital in years converge on Plaza de Mayo, the city's traditional focal point and home to the Casa Rosada presidential complex.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

The negotiations remain a focal point for policymakers and economists, setting the benchmark for nonunionized smaller businesses, which employ the vast majority of Japan’s workforce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Ellison said the focal point of the deal was the combination of the two companies’ streaming services, which would create a combined global subscriber base of close to 210 million.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

Miami tried to impose its game plan early, with several attacks down the right side of the field, and focused on making Messi the focal point of its attack.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

The focal point of his soft, expressive, not unkind face was his mouth, mainly because it was usually at least half open, even while he ate.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis