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distraction
[ dih-strak-shuhn ]
noun
- the act of distracting.
- the state of being distracted. distracted.
- mental distress or derangement:
That child will drive me to distraction.
Synonyms: , , ,
- that which distracts, divides the attention, or prevents concentration:
The distractions of the city interfere with my studies.
- that which amuses, entertains, or diverts; amusement; entertainment:
Fishing is his major distraction.
- division or disorder caused by dissension; tumult.
distraction
/ »åɪˈ²õ³Ù°ùæ°ìʃə²Ô /
noun
- the act or an instance of distracting or the state of being distracted
- something that serves as a diversion or entertainment
- an interruption; an obstacle to concentration
- mental turmoil or madness
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of distraction1
Example Sentences
At the time, she did not really think much of it, other than a brief distraction from her day job.
When play eventually began after he was safely rescued by the local fire service, Toulouse showed no sign of distraction as Jack Willis powered over from close range for the opening try.
He hasn’t made an NBA impact, but he hasn’t been a distraction, either.
“Unless you're willing to be a participant in these systems of compliance and distraction then you pose some kind of evident threat.â€
Donald Trump, like other historically powerful authoritarians and autocrats, is a master of spectacle and distraction.
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