into focus
idiom
1
: into a state in which things are seen clearly and sharply
bringing the binoculars into focus
It took him a few seconds after he woke up to bring his eyes into focus.
2
: into a state or condition in which something can be clearly understood
She tried to bring the important issues into focus.
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For the time being, unprecedented advances in mental health hint at a healthier future for our species that’s only starting to come into focus, one blending uniquely human abilities with technological marvels.
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Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Debate-stage attacks on her by other candidates struggled to come into focus.
—Laura Gersony, AZCentral.com, 15 July 2025
Milwaukee childhood lead poisoning cases expected to rise over summer as MPS takes on work in its buildings
The resources needed to respond to the burgeoning MPS lead crisis started coming into focus when a student was first identified in January as having been poisoned by lead at school.
—Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Only days later would the fallout come into focus: At least 27 campers and counselors were dead.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
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Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Debate-stage attacks on her by other candidates struggled to come into focus.
—Laura Gersony, AZCentral.com, 15 July 2025
Milwaukee childhood lead poisoning cases expected to rise over summer as MPS takes on work in its buildings
The resources needed to respond to the burgeoning MPS lead crisis started coming into focus when a student was first identified in January as having been poisoned by lead at school.
—Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Only days later would the fallout come into focus: At least 27 campers and counselors were dead.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
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“Into focus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/into%20focus. Accessed 1 Aug. 2025.
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