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.

Examples of into focus in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As for the vibe around camp, Ben compares it to seeing the finish line coming into focus, but needing to also not completely take the foot off the gas. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 23 May 2024 The roof terrace, just about as large as the penthouse itself, offers 360-degree views of the Big Apple, where landmarks like the One World Trade Center come into focus. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for into focus 

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“Into focus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/into%20focus. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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