distraction

“I discovered we Americans enjoy the distraction of entertainment but aren’t really interested in the deeper message.”

If you weren’t turned off by the perception of callousness, the distraction of watching the level of charity pot dwindle while people thanked their mothers, spouses and co-workers was aggravating.

“There are so many new distractions and ways to spend your time,” Lewison said.

The philosophy is that endless white walls can unnerve patients, while colour can be a pleasant distraction from their problems.

The contest is an unwelcome distraction from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, as it has the potential to become a vehicle for unhappy MPs and party members to express their discontent with the leadership.