Meaning of focusing in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

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  1. Noun

    focusing

    Definitions

    1. the concentration of attention or energy on something

    Examples

    • « the focus of activity shifted to molecular biology »
    • « he had no direction in his life »

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  2. 2. the act of bringing into focus

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  • « Experience has taught me how important it is to just keep going, focusing on running fast and relaxed. Eventually it passes and the flow returns. It's part of racing. »
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