focal point

noun

Examples of focal point in a Sentence

This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.
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If Alonso leaves, replacing his offensive production will be another focal point. Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025 Lee Lee’s legendary mascot, Buddy Lee, is the focal point of the brand’s new collaboration with designer toy powerhouse Mighty Jaxx and artist Jason Freeny. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025 National Guard troops have been staging at Portland training bases for weeks while the legal case plays out, having been activated to protect federal officials and an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility that has been the focal point of daily protests since June. Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025 The look was paired with minimal jewelry, including a simple pendant necklace, allowing the gown to be the focal point. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for focal point

Word History

First Known Use

1692, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of focal point was in 1692

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“Focal point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/focal%20point. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.

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