refocus
verb
re·fo·cus
(ˌ)rē-ˈfō-kəs 
refocused; refocusing; refocuses
1
: to focus again
2
: to change the emphasis or direction of
had refocused his life
Examples of refocus in a Sentence
She refocused her energies toward a career in music.
He needs to refocus his attention on his schoolwork.
Sports are not a priority now. You need to refocus and improve your grades.
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Regina G. Barber, NPR, 12 Dec. 2025
The role of God and even the Temple was limited; the story was refocused on the nation and its military struggle for freedom and independence.
—Joshua Shanes, The Conversation, 11 Dec. 2025
The chain is now cutting costs and refocusing its marketing on the brand's heritage to rebuild customer trust.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 10 Dec. 2025
Simple to Spectacular is all about refocusing on the basics of cooking, using straightforward yet high-quality ingredients that elevate even the simplest of recipes.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for refocus
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“Refocus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refocus. Accessed 17 Dec. 2025.
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