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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 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

“So, I don’t think it took for us to have this game tonight to refocus us.”

From Los Angeles Times

Motability said it was "refocusing" which vehicles were available on the scheme, adding that it would "focus on vehicles that meet disabled people's needs" and are "safe, reliable and affordable to run".

From BBC

It needs to refocus its priorities on strategic economic issues going forward, he said, noting "difficulties" in the G20 finding common approaches to armed conflicts around the world.

From Barron's