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*in focus

1. Lit. [of an image] seen clearly and sharply. (*Typically: be ~; come [into] ~; get [into] ~; get something [into] ~.) I have the slide in focus and can see the bacteria clearly.

2. Lit. [for optics, such as lenses, or an optical device, such as a microscope] to be aligned to allow something to be seen clearly and sharply. I've adjusted the telescope; Mars is now in focus.

3. Fig. [of problems, solutions, appraisals of people or things] perceived or understood clearly. (*Typically: be ~; get [into] ~; get something [into] ~.) Now that things are in focus, I feel better about the world.

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Information regarding FOCUS Enhancements' executive officers and directors is contained in FOCUS Enhancements' Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2003 and its proxy statement dated November 5, 2003, both of which are filed with the SEC.

FOCUS Enhancements Announces HDV Format Support; Products to ... by Business Wire

FOCUS Enhancements Announces Sale of Common Stock by Business Wire

FOCUS Enhancements Converts $4.5 Million of Debt Into Equity; Balance ... by Business Wire

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