distraction
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Examples of distraction in a Sentence
Sean Gregory, TIME, 11 Apr. 2024
The sambas appeared to be a transparent attempt at signal dressing, if not a potential distraction away from the politics of his interview.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 9 Apr. 2024
Analysts said Netanyahu is acting deliberately to antagonize the Biden administration as a distraction from a war that, aside from nearly obliterating large parts of the Gaza Strip, has taken an enormous economic and psychological toll domestically.
—Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Supporters say the laws reduce distractions in the classroom, cut down on bullying through social media and encourage more in-person interaction.
—Kirsten Adair, NPR, 3 Apr. 2024
Allowing gambling activities at work may lead to distractions and disputes, particularly during major sporting events such as college basketball tournaments.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
By offering a hyper-targeted, intimate, and engaging platform with minimal distractions, podcasts create an optimal environment for capturing consumer attention.
—Curt Steinhorst, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The court issue was another distraction for the NCAA during a women's tournament in which the play has been exceptional but other issues have taken the spotlight.
—CBS News, 31 Mar. 2024
Speaking to reporters after the win, Mulkey said the profile was not a distraction.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN, 30 Mar. 2024
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Word History
see distract entry 1
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2
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