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Recent Examples of focal point
The Helen-Sam relationship really becomes the focal point of the series.
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Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The shopping center, which had long been a focal point of Providence’s bustling downtown, fell on hard times after the Great Recession.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
The running back was a focal point of the 49ers’ game plan early against the Bills.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
Burrows was an ally and top lieutenant for Phelan, R-Beaumont, who was the focal point of a conservative insurrection that's center of gravity was actually outside of the House itself.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 7 Dec. 2024
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Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The shopping center, which had long been a focal point of Providence’s bustling downtown, fell on hard times after the Great Recession.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
The running back was a focal point of the 49ers’ game plan early against the Bills.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
Burrows was an ally and top lieutenant for Phelan, R-Beaumont, who was the focal point of a conservative insurrection that's center of gravity was actually outside of the House itself.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for focal point
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Virginia Highland Books is in the center of beautiful, historic Virginia-Highlands, located on the corner of Virginia and N. Highland Avenues.American Booksellers Association, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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In the center of the yard is a live countdown to Christmas Day.Jordan Kellogg, The Enquirer, 21 Dec. 2024
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How To Lead Hybrid Teams Effective leadership in hybrid teams requires a shift in focus.Corey Digi, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Jennifer is a senior reporter at Ars Technica with a particular focus on where science meets culture, covering everything from physics and related interdisciplinary topics to her favorite films and TV series.Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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However, sometimes salmonellosis can result in more serious ailments, such as blood infections, heart inflammation, joint stiffness, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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In family-friendly Sarasota, a new beachfront hotel pays homage to the region’s performing arts past; and on the other side of Florida in Palm Beach, the island’s first new hotel in years is giving all the Palm Royale vibes your heart desires.Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Focal point.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/focal%20point. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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