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This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.
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Since this cosmic phenomenon is happening on the day of the new moon in Libra, relationships, money and friendships might be the focal point of the journey.
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Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The return of Israeli hostages’ bodies from Gaza has become a focal point in ongoing ceasefire negotiations, symbolizing the humanitarian stakes of the conflict and its emotional toll in both Israel and Gaza.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
For much of the early part of the season, Mims has been used as a gadget player, occasionally lining up in the backfield and being a focal point of Denver’s screen game.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
In the ad for Sherrill, her background as a mother, veteran, and federal prosecutor is highlighted — three areas that have served as the focal point for her campaign.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 20 Oct. 2025
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Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The return of Israeli hostages’ bodies from Gaza has become a focal point in ongoing ceasefire negotiations, symbolizing the humanitarian stakes of the conflict and its emotional toll in both Israel and Gaza.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
For much of the early part of the season, Mims has been used as a gadget player, occasionally lining up in the backfield and being a focal point of Denver’s screen game.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
In the ad for Sherrill, her background as a mother, veteran, and federal prosecutor is highlighted — three areas that have served as the focal point for her campaign.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 20 Oct. 2025
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 25 Oct. 2025.
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