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After the break, we refocused on the reading task.
What does Refocus mean?
Refocus means focus again.
Dictionary definition
To focus again or move attention back to what matters most.
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The coach helped the team refocus before the final play.
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Writers often refocus a paragraph by removing details that do not support the main idea.
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What does refocus mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to refocus?
Concentrate Again is close in meaning to refocus.
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Choose the best word to complete the sentence: After the break, we ____ on the reading task.
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WordRefocus.
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MeaningRefocus means focus again.
ExampleExample: After the break, we refocused on the reading task.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ree · foh · kus
- Strongest beat
- foh
- Ending
- kus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on foh.
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Synonyms
Words like Refocus
concentrate againUse for returning attention to a task.
reset attentionUse for moving focus back to the goal.
return focusUse for focusing again.
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Word family
Refocus word family
Base word
refocus
verb
refocuses
Focuses again now or often.
verb
refocused
Focused again in the past.
verb
refocusing
Focusing again now.
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