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distract

[dih-strakt] / dɪˈstrækt /


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Even when not distracted by a phone’s notifications, people’s brains are preoccupied with what’s happening on their phones.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Having him represent us on the world stage distracts focus from our athletes and the enormous effort needed to prepare for 2028.”

From Los Angeles Times

But the script for Besson’s “Dracula” keeps getting distracted with multiple flashbacks — the film opens with a 15-minute prologue in which Vlad straps on his fanged helmet and rides into battle.

From Los Angeles Times

Gray brought up the “idiotic” perception that Brady and other members of the Patriots dynasty might not want this year’s team to succeed and somehow distract from their accomplishments.

From Los Angeles Times

I scanned nearby tables for friends but was distracted by a woman quickening her pace toward the only available stool at the counter.

From Los Angeles Times