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attention

[uh-ten-shuhn, uh-ten-shuhn] / əˈtɛn ʃən, əˌtɛnˈʃʌn /




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A nomination for “Pickpocket” would be gratifying, he admits, particularly for the attention it could bring to a small independent film.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026

Alias came to our attention during a wider BBC probe into illegal working and criminality linked to some High Street businesses, including mini-marts and barbershops.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

Tesla investors will also be paying close attention to Musk’s commentary on the rollout of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software and Optimus humanoid robots.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

On Tuesday, Kroger said it plans to turn its attention to core strengths as part of a self-funded plan to simplify and modernize the business.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026

I turn my attention back to the boy; he’s looking around, just like I am.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

Perhaps a bigger question – do MPs actually want to focus their attentions on something else?

From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026

Later he fastens his attentions on an unthreatening neighbor and his daughter, who has a crush on Frank.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026

Instead of courting major movie roles, the actor has instead focused his attentions on more independent projects while also building a family with Song, who he met in 2014.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 2, 2026

Before attentions turn to the crunch match against Utrecht, Celtic must rest weary legs for Sunday's trip to Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts.

From BBC ● Jan. 22, 2026

Presently they sat down together by the door and the young dog patiently suffered the attentions of the other.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford


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