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show focus

[/ʃoʊ ˈfoʊkəs/]
verb phrase
demonstrar foco
1. to demonstrate concentration or attention on a particular task, goal, or subject
The team needs to show focus on meeting the deadline.
O time precisa demonstrar foco em cumprir o prazo.
2. to direct or concentrate one's efforts deliberately toward something specific
She showed focus during the exam by avoiding distractions.
Ela demonstrou foco durante a prova ao evitar distrações.
3. to make visible or evident one's concentration and determination
The athlete showed focus and determination in the final match.
O atleta demonstrou foco e determinação na partida final.
Synonyms
concentratepay attentioncenter attentiondemonstrate concentrationshow determination
Antonyms
lose focusbe distractedwanderdrift

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar foco
most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
mostrar foco
alternative form used in business contexts
Portugal
demonstrar concentração
Portuguese preference for 'concentração' over 'foco' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep your eyes on the prize
stay on task
keep your head in the game
manter o foco
não perder de vista
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