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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
Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
At the time, federal investigators in Boston were heavily focused on violent crime, drug trafficking and organized crime cases.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The Plank Knee Touch is more rehab-focused than other core exercises, but difficulty can be ramped up with a few easy adjustments.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2026
With this lunation radiating in the zodiac sign of Scorpio, we will be deeply focused on the shadows within ourselves and relationships.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
While Delp and his circle celebrated the call that would launch his professional career with the Saints, the pup remained focused on reaching the sofa.
—Sara Vallone, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Adelphi is not solely focused on weakening IP protections but calls for strengthening protections where necessary to generate economic growth.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Comeaux said the department relies on state support but remains focused on residents' safety.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Investor attention remains focused on developments in the Middle East.
—Elsa Ohlen,hugh Leask,chloe Taylor, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Rachel Del Guidice, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Tuesday’s session focused on what commissioners and attorneys described as a lack of consequences for federal immigration agents’ misconduct.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Many focused on relaxing requirements for vaccines in schools.
—Kerry Sheridan, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
The strategic focused has aligned them for the JV.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
With this line, the yard isn’t focused on re-creating the past.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
He was warmly welcomed in the chamber, and much of his speech focused on the kinship and history between the US and the UK.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
These documents acknowledged the role of society and economics in suicide risk but focused heavily on identifying people in crisis and increasing access to medical treatment.
—Aneri Pattani, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Jennifer gets a lot of praise for the sharpness of her curd and jelly and how focused the dish is, while reaction to Justin’s dish is the opposite.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The more focused simulation predicted two additional phases of ice that are still undiscovered.
—Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
At the time, federal investigators in Boston were heavily focused on violent crime, drug trafficking and organized crime cases.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The Plank Knee Touch is more rehab-focused than other core exercises, but difficulty can be ramped up with a few easy adjustments.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2026
With this lunation radiating in the zodiac sign of Scorpio, we will be deeply focused on the shadows within ourselves and relationships.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
While Delp and his circle celebrated the call that would launch his professional career with the Saints, the pup remained focused on reaching the sofa.
—Sara Vallone, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Adelphi is not solely focused on weakening IP protections but calls for strengthening protections where necessary to generate economic growth.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Comeaux said the department relies on state support but remains focused on residents' safety.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Investor attention remains focused on developments in the Middle East.
—Elsa Ohlen,hugh Leask,chloe Taylor, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
When the student was identified as White, the feedback more often focused on argument structure, evidence and clarity — the kinds of comments that can push writers to strengthen their ideas.
—Rachel Del Guidice, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Tuesday’s session focused on what commissioners and attorneys described as a lack of consequences for federal immigration agents’ misconduct.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Many focused on relaxing requirements for vaccines in schools.
—Kerry Sheridan, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
The strategic focused has aligned them for the JV.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
With this line, the yard isn’t focused on re-creating the past.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
He was warmly welcomed in the chamber, and much of his speech focused on the kinship and history between the US and the UK.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
These documents acknowledged the role of society and economics in suicide risk but focused heavily on identifying people in crisis and increasing access to medical treatment.
—Aneri Pattani, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
Jennifer gets a lot of praise for the sharpness of her curd and jelly and how focused the dish is, while reaction to Justin’s dish is the opposite.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for focused
Adjective
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Housed in a former dry ice warehouse, the 21-room Hotel Dryce is the perfect home base for those wanting to feel immersed in the city.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2026
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Surgeons who participate in research, teach, and attend specialty conferences are more immersed in ongoing performance review and improvement.—
Mathias P. Bostrom,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The all-women Japanese promotion also performed in the Pearl Theater at Palms Casino Resort during the week as pro wrestling fans descended on the city ahead of WrestleMania 42.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Miami guard Luke Skaljac is the only returning all-MAC player who elected to bypass the portal and stay put.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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For so long, so much great art has been concentrated in the hands of so few, until, by virtue of death and taxes, the rest of us get a chance to enjoy them, too.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Business checks were concentrated at the train station and along Highway 49, including the intersections at Sawyer and Elm streets, as well as Auburn Ravine Road at Mikkelsen Drive, Auburn Folsom Road at Fairgate Drive and Central Square.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
11 Mar. 2026
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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
Adjective
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But the Stones, who were breaking out in a huge way, needed his undivided attention.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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The low, undivided space holds jugs of cleaners and bulky items like backstock paper towels and toilet paper.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The end of the murder prosecution is just the latest turn in a case that riveted the Grand Junction community and was controversial from the start.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
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But we've all been riveted by a much broader look at the Earth over the past week, literally and figuratively.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Grandparents are not interested in performance or outcomes, but in substance — not in what a child achieves, but in who that child becomes.—
Peter Folan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Niners were happy to come out of the night with the top pick on Friday so his staff can take plenty of time to go over the board to make a selection or possibly make another trade down if some other team is interested.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These tools are centered on navigating the complexities of Western healthcare systems, understanding the value of alternative therapies, and managing emotional, financial, and administrative burdens while holding on to hope.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Without directly referencing Iran, King Charles centered his remarks around the broad need for international cooperation.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Focused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/focused. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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