focal point

noun

Examples of focal point in a Sentence

This port was the focal point of trade two centuries ago.
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Hubbard has been the focal point of the offense over the past two seasons, pre-dating the arrivals of Canales and Idzik. Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2025 The alleged robbery occurred while Beyoncé was on her Cowboy Carter tour, which was celebrated for its genre-blending artistry and cultural commentary, and has become a focal point for fan attention. Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025 Create a charming woodland display for a front entry focal point. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025 Hydrogen remains a focal point. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for focal point

Word History

First Known Use

1692, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of focal point was in 1692

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“Focal point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/focal%20point. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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