Telescopes brought distant galaxies into sharp focus.
Meaning: Telescopes helped us see faraway groups of stars and other objects in space very clearly.
Choice of Words: Telescopes are instruments that help us see objects that are far away. Brought means moved something closer. Distant means far away. Galaxies are large groups of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity. Sharp means clear and distinct. Focus means the point where light rays meet after passing through a lens or mirror.
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