refocus

verb

re·​fo·​cus (ˌ)rē-ˈfō-kəs How to pronounce refocus (audio)
refocused; refocusing; refocuses

transitive verb

1
: to focus again
2
: to change the emphasis or direction of
had refocused his life

intransitive verb

1
: to focus something again
2
: to change emphasis or direction

Examples of refocus in a Sentence

She refocused her energies toward a career in music. He needs to refocus his attention on his schoolwork. Sports are not a priority now. You need to refocus and improve your grades.
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As our global temperature-take article published earlier today noted, Indian production has slowed significantly after the global streamers refocused towards more U.S.-centric commissioning models. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2025 Engaging in new activities or hobbies can be an excellent way to refocus and redirect energy away from alcohol. Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025 This year’s edition of MusiCares is being refocused to help victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. George Varga, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025 Our schools must be refocused to prepare our children to succeed in work, life, and keeping our country strong. David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for refocus 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1865, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of refocus was circa 1865

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“Refocus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refocus. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

refocus

transitive verb
re·​fo·​cus (ˈ)rē-ˈfō-kəs How to pronounce refocus (audio)
: to focus again

intransitive verb

: to focus something again

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