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refocus

American  
[ree-foh-kuhs] / riˈfoʊ kəs /

verb (used with object)

  1. to bring (a lens, beam of light, one's gaze, etc.) into focus again or on a new point.

  2. to concentrate (thought, efforts, or the like) again or on a new task, subject, or target.


verb (used without object)

  1. of a lens or beam of light, to come into focus again or on a new point.

  2. to concentrate one's thought, efforts, etc., again or on a new task or subject.

Example Sentences

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The airline is taking longer-term structural actions to refocus its strategy, but the analysts say it will take time to see the financial benefits from these changes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now, he and other executives have ushered in a number of changes meant to refocus the brand and capture sales.

From The Wall Street Journal

It gave her space and time to refocus and concentrate on herself, she added.

From BBC

The first pope from the Americas had sought to refocus the Catholic Church on promoting social and economic justice but presided over growing divisions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Under the plan, Nike has been working to double down on the performance sportswear it’s known for, refocusing on athletes rather than casual footwear and apparel.

From The Wall Street Journal