as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
the noise from the party next door threatened to disturb the law student's concentration
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Recent Examples of concentration
The concentration of so much interpretive power in one proprietary system raises questions that extend well beyond marketing claims.
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Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
Durocher is the founding director of the PNW Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center and serves as coordinator of the Integrative Human Health Bachelor of Science Degree and Kinesiology concentration.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
At any time of year, head to the Downtown Arts District centered around historic Canal Street to enjoy murals and public art as well as a concentration of galleries and studios.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
That concentration of power means any diplomatic outcome must ultimately pass through him.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
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Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
Durocher is the founding director of the PNW Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center and serves as coordinator of the Integrative Human Health Bachelor of Science Degree and Kinesiology concentration.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
At any time of year, head to the Downtown Arts District centered around historic Canal Street to enjoy murals and public art as well as a concentration of galleries and studios.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
That concentration of power means any diplomatic outcome must ultimately pass through him.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for concentration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concentration
Noun
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For example, participants in multiplayer online games describe prolonged immersion in the activity.—
Emily Messina,
The Conversation,
6 Feb. 2026
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Digital detox spaces and innovative spa treatments will help guests escape from everyday life, while rotating art exhibits and activities like cooking classes, wine pairings, and cultural immersions will offer meaningful connections to the destination.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There is another kind of voter fraud which has escaped the attention--whether accidentally or deliberately--of the media.—
Cal Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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In a measured but hostile tone, Rhoades called attention to a great number of complaints that had come from Coppermark.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That absorption can lead to deeper staining and long-term deterioration.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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Their kids, meanwhile — teenage Ída and twin boys Grímur and Þorgils (the trio played by director Pálmason’s own children) — exhibit a healthy absorption of the circumstances, meeting moments of togetherness with plenty of humor and spirit.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Concentration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concentration. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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