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refocusing

verb

present participle of refocus
1
as in transforming

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2
as in focusing

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for refocusing
  1. transforming
  2. focusing
  3. recasting
  4. aiming
  5. revising
  6. directing
  7. redesigning
  8. centering
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • Targeting Inbound Migration And Job Growth​ Investors can leverage regional shifts by focusing on secondary and tertiary markets instead of massive metropolitan areas.
    — Justin Donald, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Our methodology To find the best credit counseling services, CNBC Select reviewed more than a dozen top agencies, focusing on services, fees, reputation and transparency.
    — Dan Avery, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of focusing
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • Design for reliable drafts that require structured review rather than aiming for unedited perfection.
    — Pat Williams, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Even after clinching the division likely this week, the Dodgers (91-59) will be playing for seeding, aiming for at least a first-round bye.
    — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of aiming
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • The approach is intended to keep competition alive and allow the Air Force to introduce improved autonomy without redesigning the aircraft.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2026
  • That means redesigning an interface can create an odd paradox.
    — Mark Vena, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of redesigning
Verb
  • 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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