focal point

noun

Definition of focal pointnext
as in center

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Recent Examples of focal point Choose the Right Countertops Countertops are often the focal point of a cashmere kitchen design, because the rest of the finishes are subtle. — Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026 Healthcare issues could once again become a focal point in Georgia’s midterms. — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 29 July 2026 The league's best receiver continues to be the focal point of opposing defenses' game plans, so O'Connell needs to flex every playcalling muscle to open things up for the Vikings' best weapon. — Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 29 July 2026 As long as star running back Christian McCaffrey stays healthy, the receivers won’t be the focal point of the offense anyway. — Josh Kendall, New York Times, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for focal point
Recent Examples of Synonyms for focal point
  1. center
  2. focus
  3. heart
Noun
  • Both men sat in opposite corners afterward before Reigns walked to the center and offered a fist, and Rollins met it.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Ebola treatment centers have been attacked by residents fueled by misinformation or anger over strict outbreak measures.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of center
Noun
  • This, along with driving safety and customer services initiatives, will be a key focus in the years ahead.
    — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • A little focus will make your natural sparkle much easier to trust.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of focus
Noun
  • If your body has been asking you in a few ways to slow down (like feeling a cough coming on, or a tiredness that won’t shake off), stop fighting against what your body or heart is trying to tell you.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Hürrem takes inspiration from the 16th‑century romance between Ottoman ruler Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent and his chief consort Roxelana, who became Hürrem Sultan upon winning his heart.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
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