real focus

noun

: a point at which rays (as of light) converge or from which they diverge

Examples of real focus in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web My understanding is the origins of TIFF was as a Festival of Festivals, with a real focus on world cinema and bringing the best of the world’s cinema here to Toronto and to Toronto and Canadian audiences. Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Sep. 2024 But Salles’ real focus (and that of the book by Rubens’ son Marcelo on which the film is based) is resilience, especially as demonstrated by Eunice, who is entirely embodied in Torres’ superb performance. Jessica Kiang, Variety, 1 Sep. 2024 Each of the stars gets a moment to shine, but the real focus is on the rivalry between Marilyn and Lou. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 24 July 2024 There’s a real focus on money now and not being niche. Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for real focus 

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Word History

First Known Use

1740, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of real focus was in 1740

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“Real focus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real%20focus. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

real focus

noun
: a point at which rays (as of light) converge or from which they diverge
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