center on

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Definition
  1. Verb (transitive):
    • To have as a central point, focus, or main subject: To be concentrated on or directed toward a specific person, thing, or topic.
    • To cause to gather or converge on a central point: To make something the primary object of attention or activity.
Usage

The verb "center on" (also "center upon") is used to describe a situation where the most important part, focus, or activity is concentrated on a particular thing. It indicates that something is the core or hub around which other things are organized or to which attention is drawn.

Examples
  • Verb (transitive):
    • The investigation will center on the financial transactions from last month.
    • Her research centers on the effects of climate change on coastal communities.
    • The debate centered upon the ethical implications of the new technology.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be centered on/upon": This passive construction is very common and describes the state of having a central focus.
    • The city's economy is centered on tourism and agriculture.
    • All his hopes were centered upon winning the scholarship.
Variants and Related Words
  • Center upon: A formal variant of "center on," identical in meaning and usage.
  • Revolve around: A common synonym meaning to have something as a central or most important point.
    • The discussion revolved around the same key issues.
  • Focus on: To concentrate attention or effort on something.
    • We need to focus on finding a solution.
Synonyms
  • Focus on
  • Concentrate on
  • Revolve around
  • Be based on
  • Hinge on
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Center around: Often used interchangeably with "center on," though some style guides prefer "center on" for precision.
    • The controversy centered around the CEO's decision.
Verb
  1. have as a center
    • The region centers on Charleston
  2. center upon
    • Her entire attention centered on her children
    • Our day revolved around our work

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