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em foco

[ẽ ˈfɔ.ku]
adverbial phrase
in focus
1. In the center of attention or interest; being the main subject of discussion or consideration
The education system is in focus this election season.
O sistema educacional está em foco nesta temporada eleitoral.
2. Sharply defined or clear in a photograph, film, or optical instrument
The camera lens brought the subject in focus.
A lente da câmera colocou o sujeito em foco.
3. Being the primary target or point of emphasis
Environmental issues are in focus for the new administration.
As questões ambientais estão em foco para a nova administração.
NYC Slang
in the spotlight
Synonyms
em destaqueem evidênciaem primeiro planoem relevo
Antonyms
desfocadofora de focoobscurodesatenção

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
em foco
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
em foco
Common in business and media contexts
Portugal
em foco
Standard usage; may also use 'em destaque' more frequently

Related Idioms & Phrases

trazer para o foco
sair do foco
manter em foco
perder o foco
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