focus
noun
a central point, as of attraction, attention, or activity.
has been focusing
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present perfect progressiveof focus (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Mr. Dalvit has been focusing attention on the Frick’s bronzes since joining the staff five years ago, first in the gallery of intimate sculptures at Frick Madison.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Recently, the company has been focusing on its major tentpole franchises.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
China has been focusing on wiring AI into all industries and fields to create an “intelligent economy,” Macquarie analysts said in a recent note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 10, 2026
But in recent days the city has been focusing on the 26 November fire that engulfed high-rise residential blocks at Wang Fuk Court in the northern district of Tai Po.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2025
The former company has been focusing much of its spending on building out the infrastructure needed to power its AI tech, including search products.
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2025
