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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Pink flowering trees create a focal point in the garden, offering outstanding color and eye-catching blooms. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025 Gender identity and policies surrounding it was a major focal point for Republicans during the campaign cycle. Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025 York Minster Since the 7th century, York Minster has been the focal point for Christianity in Northern England. Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2025 Geopolitical risks, economic volatility, and technological disruption loom large, but a handful of trends are already emerging as critical focal points that will keep CEOs on their toes. Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 19 Jan. 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 4 Feb. 2025.

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