Focus
/ˈfoʊkəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The central or principal point of attention in a legal issue or argument.
The focus of the dispute was contract interpretation.
- (v.) To direct attention or effort toward a particular issue or matter in law.
The attorney focused on the defendant’s intent during the trial.
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- focused
- focusing
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Commentary
In legal writing, clarifying the focus helps streamline arguments and highlight key issues.
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