To focus
Example: He focuses on the most important tasks first
Definition
"To focus" means to concentrate attention or effort on a particular task, subject, or goal, often with the intention of achieving clarity or effectiveness. For example, when someone 'focuses' on important tasks, they prioritize and direct their mental energy purposefully.
Etymology
The verb "to focus" comes from the Latin word 'focus,' meaning 'hearth' or 'fireplace,' which metaphorically evolved to signify a point where rays of light converge. The term was adopted in English in the 17th century to describe the point of convergence in optics, later extending to the idea of concentrating attention.
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"To focus" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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