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concentrate

/ˈkɑːnsənˌtreɪt/

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verb

-trates; -trated; -trating

[no obj] :to think about something :to give your attention to the thing you are doing, reading, etc.

All that noise makes it hard to concentrate.

The student has difficulty concentrating. - often + on

All that noise makes it hard to concentrate on the book I'm trying to read.

We need to concentrate [=focus] on this problem.

We need to concentrate on finding ways to work more efficiently.

He thought about becoming a lawyer, but he has decided to concentrate on a medical career instead. [=he has decided to direct his efforts toward a medical career instead]

[+ obj] :to cause (attention, efforts, strength, etc.) to be used or directed for a single purpose - usually + on

She is concentrating her attention on her studies. [=she is giving her attention to her studies]

We need to concentrate our efforts on finding ways to work more efficiently.

[+ obj] :to make (something, such as a liquid) stronger by removing water

concentrate syrup

The sauce should be simmered for a few minutes to concentrate its flavors.

concentrate the/your mind

Something that concentrates the/your mind makes you think very clearly.

Working under a tight deadline can concentrate the mind wonderfully.

noun

plural -trates

a substance that is made stronger or more pure by removing water [count]

a frozen orange juice concentrate [noncount]

Is this orange juice fresh or is it made from concentrate?

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