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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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It would also lift the burden of succession from the Senate to enable it to focus on its legislative functions.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The Dadaesque life of South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham continues to be a central focus of this newsletter, and folks: You just never know.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

The budget would shift the agency’s focus toward domestic timber production and wildfire risk mitigation and response, and away from more recent turns toward conservation and recreation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

There are many reasons, but let’s focus on two.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Dilly’s leaning over one of the code breaker’s shoulders, reading with intense focus.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin