Let's focus on the key issue.

Meaning

Let's concentrate on the most important problem.

Examples

• John: We've got a lot of things to discuss.
• Alice: Yes, but <b>let's focus on the key issue</b>: meeting the deadline.
• John: You're right. We need to prioritize. <b>Let's focus on the key issue</b> before we move on to others.
• Alice: Agreed. Let's get started then.