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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
Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The Senate’s version of Bert and Ernie is focused legislation for the big-time college game, while there are other politicians trying to help out the lower levels where the players don’t have a transfer portal, or can make millions in NIL.
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Mac Engel
june 22,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
While his professional responsibilities continue to grow, Ronan remains focused on the human side of recovery.
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K.h. Koehler,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Most leaders are entirely outcome-focused, obsessing over KPIs, revenue targets, and final scores.
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Melissa Dawn Simkins,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Without eggs, breakfast foods tend to be more carb-focused.
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Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Anthropic was formed by former OpenAI employees who were concerned that the company was less focused on its original mission to safely harness the power of AI.
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Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Before Right to Read, DiIorio said, Stratford’s screening regimen was much more focused on comprehension.
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Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Stock compensation made executives even more risk-averse and short-term focused, not entrepreneurial.
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Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Its summer program is built as a four or five-day series, with each two-hour session focused on a theme like pastry-making or global flavors.
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Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
By spinning off its freight unit, the remaining FedEx is focused on parcel and logistics services, while emphasizing higher-margin end markets.
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Zev Fima,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Haney spent much of the trial focused on the unorthodox nature of an arson investigation that started after a second fire had consumed the initial crime scene.
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Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Instead, Mamdani focused his energy in the June 23 primary on supporting challenges mainstream Democrats from candidates to their left in younger, less wealthy, more progressive districts.
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Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Ocean Vashti Jude — A writer and director focused on dramas about rowdy characters, people on the downside of advantage, and the misadventures of having to work at life, Ocean is expanding into television directing.
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Katie Campione,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The recommendations largely focused on strengthening code enforcement, improving interagency communication and increasing oversight.
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Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
And Probook sells directly to owners who are laser-focused on profit margins.
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Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Adjective
Despite the chaos threatening to derail Indiana's momentum, Clark made sure the Fever stayed focused on the only thing that mattered.
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Alejandro Avila Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The Senate’s version of Bert and Ernie is focused legislation for the big-time college game, while there are other politicians trying to help out the lower levels where the players don’t have a transfer portal, or can make millions in NIL.
—
Mac Engel
june 22,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
While his professional responsibilities continue to grow, Ronan remains focused on the human side of recovery.
—
K.h. Koehler,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Most leaders are entirely outcome-focused, obsessing over KPIs, revenue targets, and final scores.
—
Melissa Dawn Simkins,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Without eggs, breakfast foods tend to be more carb-focused.
—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Anthropic was formed by former OpenAI employees who were concerned that the company was less focused on its original mission to safely harness the power of AI.
—
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Before Right to Read, DiIorio said, Stratford’s screening regimen was much more focused on comprehension.
—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Stock compensation made executives even more risk-averse and short-term focused, not entrepreneurial.
—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Verb
Nearly half of Gen Zers cited worries about their finances and personal well-being as deterrents from looking for jobs focused on helping others.
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Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Its summer program is built as a four or five-day series, with each two-hour session focused on a theme like pastry-making or global flavors.
—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
By spinning off its freight unit, the remaining FedEx is focused on parcel and logistics services, while emphasizing higher-margin end markets.
—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Haney spent much of the trial focused on the unorthodox nature of an arson investigation that started after a second fire had consumed the initial crime scene.
—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
Instead, Mamdani focused his energy in the June 23 primary on supporting challenges mainstream Democrats from candidates to their left in younger, less wealthy, more progressive districts.
—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Ocean Vashti Jude — A writer and director focused on dramas about rowdy characters, people on the downside of advantage, and the misadventures of having to work at life, Ocean is expanding into television directing.
—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The recommendations largely focused on strengthening code enforcement, improving interagency communication and increasing oversight.
—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
And Probook sells directly to owners who are laser-focused on profit margins.
—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for focused
Adjective
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Patrick Vieira was 24 years old and totally immersed in his career, a midfield colossus with Arsenal and a World Cup winner with France, when the call of Africa became overwhelming.
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Thereafter, Jupiter will appear to drop rapidly away from Venus, setting progressively earlier and becoming more and more deeply immersed in the bright evening twilight during the balance of June.
Adjective
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Caleb Wilson, the former AJC all-class player of the year from Holy Innocents’, is a projected to go among the top five at Tuesday’s draft in Brooklyn.
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This exclusive all-suite hotel sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, mere minutes from downtown; its name in Maori (Roki) means tranquility, a nod to the overall vibe.
Verb
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Netflix executives are known to be keen to see how users engage with linear channels, though the company also expects much of the viewing to be concentrated on TF1’s on-demand content.
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Rather than sprawling across multiple disconnected venues, the experience is intentionally concentrated within walkable zones—hotels, beachfront stages, nightlife venues, and yacht departures all stitched together within South Beach’s compact geography.
Adjective
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Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day.
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.
Adjective
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Ampd’s research also found that even committed long-form viewing rarely involves undivided attention, as a third of premium sessions usually run a second screen, typically a local app.
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Some simply need your undivided attention.
Verb
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The decision marks the latest twist in the sprawling Murdaugh saga that has riveted the public and spawned true crime documentaries, podcasts and best-selling books.
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The story of the Murdaugh family has riveted people far beyond South Carolina Lowcountry.
Adjective
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Artists interested in participating can submit an application through an interest form linked on her social media.
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For kids less interested in sports or physical activities, there are art, music and cooking camps, too.
Verb
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Dispute over church donations The dispute had centered on donations known as tithes, which are made when a church member donates 10% of their income to the organization.
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The peak of the heat wave will be centered over Germany Saturday with many cities throughout the country expected to reach 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius).
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“Focused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/focused. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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