concentrating Definition
- 1to focus all one's attention on a particular object or activity
- 2to increase the strength or proportion of a substance
Using concentrating: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "concentrating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She was concentrating so hard on her book that she didn't hear me come in.
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I find it difficult to concentrate when there's too much noise around me.
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The company is concentrating its efforts on expanding into new markets.
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The juice is made by concentrating the fruit.
concentrating Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for concentrating
Antonyms for concentrating
Phrases with concentrating
to give all your attention to something and not think about anything else
Example
I need to concentrate on my studies right now.
to make someone focus and think more clearly
Example
The challenge of the game really concentrates the mind.
concentrate one's efforts
to focus one's energy and resources on achieving a specific goal
Example
The team needs to concentrate its efforts on improving customer service.
Summary: concentrating in Brief
To 'concentrate' [ˈkɑːnsəntreɪtɪŋ] means to focus one's attention on a particular object or activity, such as studying or working. It can also mean to increase the strength or proportion of a substance. Examples include 'She was concentrating so hard on her book that she didn't hear me come in,' and 'The company is concentrating its efforts on expanding into new markets.' Phrases like 'concentrate on' and 'concentrate the mind' denote a singular focus, while 'concentrate one's efforts' implies a strategic allocation of resources.
