Examples of focal point in a Sentence
This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.
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The document became one of the most divisive of Francis’ pontificate and in many ways became the focal point of conservative opposition to his pontificate.
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ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Before diners are even seated, a quirky focal point is bound to elicit oohs and aahs, and many, many wandering eyes trying to decipher the meaning.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
That has pushed gold to once again become a focal point for investors looking to protect their portfolios.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Major international reporting has described Istanbul as a global focal point for hair restoration, citing the scale of providers and the maturity of techniques such as FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction).
—Miami Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
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ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Before diners are even seated, a quirky focal point is bound to elicit oohs and aahs, and many, many wandering eyes trying to decipher the meaning.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
That has pushed gold to once again become a focal point for investors looking to protect their portfolios.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Major international reporting has described Istanbul as a global focal point for hair restoration, citing the scale of providers and the maturity of techniques such as FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction).
—Miami Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for focal point
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“Focal point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/focal%20point. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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