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refocusing

verb

present participle of refocus

as in transforming

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as in focusing

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This is related to the new trust economy that is transforming the way buying decisions are made.

— Michelle Mekky, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
And Loving has a knack for flipping a switch on the field, transforming quickly from the eager, jovial rookie in the locker room into a powerful and violent man once the ball is snapped.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of transforming

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Instead of choosing to make her way as a professional onto the LPGA Tour, which is a realistic option, Talley is not rushing into anything and is focusing on continuing her development.

— Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Another bill authored by Bennett was approved last year focusing narrowly on Ventura County.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of focusing

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Sony Pictures Television has suspended Wheel of Fortune announcer Jim Thornton and is recasting his role.

— Peter White, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026
Arc’teryx Equipment, the technical high-performance apparel and equipment brand, is recasting traditional product design and manufacturing into a more circular process.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of recasting

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The eponymous eatery is aiming to have a more casual approach to Humm’s EMP cuisine, focused on using the highest-quality ingredients to craft its American dishes.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026
Both Democrats and Republicans are aiming to win the seat in their quest to control the Senate in the next Congress.

— Garrett Downs, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of aiming

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Recent researchers have proposed revising the rule to focus solely on humidity and precipitation and to exclude temperature as a determining factor.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026
Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy is revising downward its GDP growth forecast in 2026 due to the impact of Russian attacks, which have restricted exports, especially grain through Black Sea ports.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of revising

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Mohammed was captured in Pakistan in 2003, accused of developing and directing the 9/11 attacks, as a leader of the Islamic militant group al-Qaida.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026
At its height, the group controlled vast territory and millions of people in Iraq and Syria while encouraging or directing attacks far beyond its borders.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of directing

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An obsession with centering youth sports around traveling is another common element of private equity that is creating angst among parents.

— Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 3 Sep. 2026
His priorities include centering students, supporting strong neighborhood schools and planning responsibly for the future.

— Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of centering

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