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  4. stay focused

stay focused

/steɪ foʊkəst/
maintain concentration

To complete the project on time, you need to stay focused.

You must concentrate on the task to finish it by the deadline.


informal

To maintain concentration or attention on a task or goal without distraction

During exams, students must stay focused to perform well.

Students need to concentrate during tests to do their best.

She uses meditation to help her stay focused at work.

She meditates to maintain concentration during work.

Commonly used in contexts where sustained attention is required, such as work, study, or sports.

Collocations

stay focused onconcentrate on a specific task or goal

Synonyms

concentratefocuskeep your mind onstay attentive

Antonyms

get distractedlose focuswander off

Related Phrases

lose focusphrase
become distracted
keep your eye on the ballidiom
stay focused on the main goal

Pro Tip

Practical Tip

To stay focused, minimize distractions by turning off notifications and setting clear priorities.

Gold Rule

Key Rule

Use 'stay focused' when emphasizing the need for sustained attention, especially in challenging or demanding situations.

Word Origin

Combination of 'stay' (remain) and 'focus' (concentration), reflecting the idea of maintaining attention.

Usage Notes

Often used as advice or encouragement to avoid distractions and improve productivity or performance.

Word Breakdown

stay
remain
root
+
focused
concentrated
root
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