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manter o foco

[mɐ̃ˈteɾ u ˈfɔku]
verb phrase
stay focused, keep focus, maintain focus
1. to concentrate one's attention on a specific goal or task without distraction
You need to keep your focus on your studies to succeed.
Você precisa manter o foco nos seus estudos para ter sucesso.
2. to remain determined and committed to an objective despite obstacles
The team managed to stay focused on their mission throughout the project.
O time conseguiu manter o foco em sua missão durante todo o projeto.
NYC Slang
stay locked in, keep your eyes on the prize, stay in the zone
Synonyms
concentrar-semanter a concentraçãofocarmanter a atençãopermanecer atento
Antonyms
perder o focodistrair-sedesconcentrar-sedesviar a atenção

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter o foco
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
manter o foco
Common in business and professional contexts
Portugal
manter o foco / manter a concentração
Both forms used; 'manter a concentração' slightly more common

Related Idioms & Phrases

perder o foco
sair do foco
recuperar o foco
tirar o foco de
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