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focal

[foh-kuhl] / ˈfoʊ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
pertaining to a focus
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“Things are out of balance right now and I do think there have been times where the public interest is the focal point and not the interest of companies.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Tekke can also switch to a 4-3-3 without majorly altering Salah's responsibilities, leaving the Egyptian as the focal point of the club's attacking threat.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

Golf courses have long been a focal point of protest and vandalism.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

The tough-guy tears betrayed how much it hurt Donald to let go, how much he was going to miss playing the violent, taxing game that has been the focal point of his life.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

These exercises provide focal points for children’s active listening and response, working local listening.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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