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scattered focus
[ˈskætərd ˈfoʊkəs]
noun
foco disperso
1.
A state of attention divided among multiple tasks or thoughts; lack of concentration on a single objective
His scattered focus made it difficult to complete the project on time.
Seu foco disperso dificultou a conclusão do projeto no prazo.
2.
The inability to maintain sustained attention due to distractions or divided priorities
Scattered focus is common among students during exam season when they try to study multiple subjects.
O foco disperso é comum entre estudantes durante a época de provas quando tentam estudar várias disciplinas.
NYC Slang
being all over the place; can't lock in
Synonyms
divided attention
lack of focus
distraction
mental dispersion
lack of concentration
fragmented attention
Antonyms
concentrated focus
sustained attention
single-minded focus
unwavering attention
deep focus
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
foco disperso
Most common and widely understood term
Rio de Janeiro
foco espalhado
Alternative colloquial usage
São Paulo
atenção dividida
Commonly used in professional contexts
Portugal
atenção dispersa
Preferred in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
scattered to the four winds
all over the map
can't get your head in the game
all over the place
inability to focus
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