into focus
idiom
1
: into a state in which things are seen clearly and sharply
bringing the binoculars into focus
It took him a few seconds after he woke up to bring his eyes into focus.
2
: into a state or condition in which something can be clearly understood
She tried to bring the important issues into focus.
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Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2025
As the Broncos moved first swiftly and then patiently in free agency this offseason, two truths about their four biggest acquisitions came into focus.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Sep. 2025
But for many, Jimmy Kimmel’s cancellation is ringing fascism alarm bells for the first time, and bringing into focus just how eagerly pliable many Americans are.
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september 19, Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Communication really comes into focus on this play, as Elam’s lack of knowledge of the call results in a huge bust over the top of the defense.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
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Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2025
As the Broncos moved first swiftly and then patiently in free agency this offseason, two truths about their four biggest acquisitions came into focus.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 20 Sep. 2025
But for many, Jimmy Kimmel’s cancellation is ringing fascism alarm bells for the first time, and bringing into focus just how eagerly pliable many Americans are.
—James Folta
september 19, Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Communication really comes into focus on this play, as Elam’s lack of knowledge of the call results in a huge bust over the top of the defense.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
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“Into focus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/into%20focus. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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