Locked in on the task at hand Crossword Clue

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Locked in on the task at hand Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. being in focus or brought into focus
2. (of light rays) converging on a point

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TASK (noun)
1. a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee
2. any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
TASK (verb)
1. use to the limit
2. assign a task to
HAND (noun)
1. the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
2. a hired laborer on a farm or ranch
HAND (verb)
1. place into the hands or custody of
2. guide or conduct or usher somewhere

Hint 3: Anagram

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DEFOCUS

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