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also focussed
1
as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
was focused on the football game and didn't hear me knock
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2
as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
a focused effort to provide shelter for the homeless during the winter
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also focussed
as in concentrated
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
try to focus your attention on the task at hand
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Recent Examples of focused
Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Castillo said the solution requires leadership, coordination and a return to focused enforcement that prioritizes violent criminal offenders over broad street operations that escalate confrontation.
—Stepheny Price , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Liquidity dries up even as the underlying business often becomes more focused and better incentivized.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Even when the locals lost faith, Villa remained focused, forever shuffling side to side and defending with the same urgency.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
That way, teams stay focused and can execute well, instead of being pulled in too many directions.
—Christopher Dilella, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Former House Minority Leader Lawrence Cafero, a Norwalk Republican who retired in 2016, recalled at least one time Keane allowed a huge break in her focused demeanor during a committee meeting.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
So this is a very pragmatic, very focused approach.
—CBS News, 25 Jan. 2026
Understanding where and when to access these resources can help families stay focused on enjoying the connection and relaxation that only Jacksonville summers can provide.
—Ethan Stone, Ascend Agency, 25 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Another 2022 study from Rutgers University, focused on COVID-19 news, found that greater daily exposure to news about the virus was linked to higher same-day and next-day worry about the pandemic as well as feelings of hopelessness and general worry.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2026
Phase 1 human clinical trials showed it was well tolerated, and Bakshi says early results in Phase 2, which is focused on both safety and efficacy, are promising.
—Ana Castelain, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the Institute of Physics focused on addressing technical challenges in system health monitoring and precision measurement for high-temperature superconducting components.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
And in September, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art—a museum founded by George Lucas and his wife, businesswoman Mellody Hobson—will open, offering visitors an experience focused on visual storytelling in a futuristic building designed by Ma Yansong.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
The investigation was focused on the edge of Deer Creek Lakeside Way, which culminates in a dead end shortly before the lake.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Headlines about Amodei’s essay have inevitably focused on his prediction that 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs will be eliminated within one to five years.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
While Garavani focused on his craft, Giammetti’s acumen kept the Valentino brand solvent.
—Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The White House’s message remains focused on supporting immigration enforcement.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Castillo said the solution requires leadership, coordination and a return to focused enforcement that prioritizes violent criminal offenders over broad street operations that escalate confrontation.
—Stepheny Price , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Liquidity dries up even as the underlying business often becomes more focused and better incentivized.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Even when the locals lost faith, Villa remained focused, forever shuffling side to side and defending with the same urgency.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
That way, teams stay focused and can execute well, instead of being pulled in too many directions.
—Christopher Dilella, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Former House Minority Leader Lawrence Cafero, a Norwalk Republican who retired in 2016, recalled at least one time Keane allowed a huge break in her focused demeanor during a committee meeting.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
So this is a very pragmatic, very focused approach.
—CBS News, 25 Jan. 2026
Understanding where and when to access these resources can help families stay focused on enjoying the connection and relaxation that only Jacksonville summers can provide.
—Ethan Stone, Ascend Agency, 25 Jan. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, the experts point to Meghan Markle’s expanding business pursuits in California, where the Duchess of Sussex has focused on building an entrepreneurial empire in her home state.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Another 2022 study from Rutgers University, focused on COVID-19 news, found that greater daily exposure to news about the virus was linked to higher same-day and next-day worry about the pandemic as well as feelings of hopelessness and general worry.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 28 Jan. 2026
Phase 1 human clinical trials showed it was well tolerated, and Bakshi says early results in Phase 2, which is focused on both safety and efficacy, are promising.
—Ana Castelain, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026
At the same time, the Institute of Physics focused on addressing technical challenges in system health monitoring and precision measurement for high-temperature superconducting components.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
And in September, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art—a museum founded by George Lucas and his wife, businesswoman Mellody Hobson—will open, offering visitors an experience focused on visual storytelling in a futuristic building designed by Ma Yansong.
—Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
The investigation was focused on the edge of Deer Creek Lakeside Way, which culminates in a dead end shortly before the lake.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Headlines about Amodei’s essay have inevitably focused on his prediction that 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs will be eliminated within one to five years.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
While Garavani focused on his craft, Giammetti’s acumen kept the Valentino brand solvent.
—Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for focused
Adjective
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Sillman - an accomplished sports executive who is CEO of one of Ross’ companies, Relevent - already is heavily immersed in Dolphins business.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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The Huntsman centers on an ICU nurse who becomes immersed in a dangerous world after agreeing to help a coma patient accused of murdering six women.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This is the first all-women class getting certified in forklifting at the Cook County jail.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The school district completed a $7 million renovation to the 90-year-old performance center at Anaheim High just in time for the annual all-school choral showcase.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Existing carbon capture and conversion technologies typically require separate steps, with CO₂ concentrated before it can be converted into useful chemicals.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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Cooking frozen vegetables directly helps prevent excess moisture from leaching out and keeps flavors concentrated.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Choose one conversation, one book or one project and give it your undivided attention for at least two hours.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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What matters is prioritizing and giving each other your undivided attention.—
Amy Morin,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Bells made of copper or composition metal (like steel) are cut from sheets of metal, then folded, riveted, and shaped.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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When Shahs of Sunset premiered on Bravo in 2012, viewers were instantly riveted.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Wang is also interested in replicating the texture and aesthetics of tree bark in jacquard, particularly samples that are etched and carved.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
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There's no word on delivery for this one, so interested buyers are best contacting the firm directly.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In an interview with the Los Angeles Times last month, Papoli’s son, Navid Goodarzi, said his mother immigrated to the United States from Iran as a young woman and worked to build a life centered on creativity, service and entrepreneurship.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The focus for many Republicans has centered on his gun, an extraordinary argument that has scrambled the nation’s gun debate and sparked pushback from gun rights advocates.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Focused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/focused. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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