focal point

noun

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Examples of focal point in a Sentence

This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.
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This was among the biggest reasons that Charlotte parted ways with former AD Mike Hill and will be one of White’s focal points in the role. Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026 Blush was also a focal point for Annie Doble, who staged her Annie’s show at Spencer House. Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026 Cherry blossom graphics cover the oversize headboards of each bed as the focal point in an otherwise minimal space, while suites include floor-to-ceiling graphic murals. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026 The $7 billion projection is the brainchild of Cody Campbell, the billionaire head of the board of regents at Texas Tech, who established a nonprofit called Saving College Sports, which is the focal point of the paper’s analysis. Eddie Pells, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026 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 4 Mar. 2026.

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