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Definition
To emphasize, focus on, or give priority to one thing over others.
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How it's used
Focuses on the act of tilting or leaning one's attention toward a specific priority when multiple options exist. It implies a deliberate choice to value one aspect more than others, often used in formal or academic contexts like school policy or project planning. Unlike general words for focus, it carries the nuance of an imbalance or a specific bias.
Examples
Their teaching places a lot of emphasis on students' creativity.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean simply paying attention to something, as it specifically requires a comparison where one thing is favored over another. It is not interchangeable with 專注, which describes the state of being focused or concentrated.
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