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attention

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




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UC gained national attention in May 2020 when regents unanimously voted to suspend testing requirements and eliminate them entirely by 2025.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

While the drinks draw plenty of attention, the food deserves equal billing.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Of those subjects, only the family got much attention; “have more kids than you can afford,” a quote from Charlie, was a constant refrain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

When questioned about other visa issues, which have affected fans and team delegates too, Infantino deflected attention to the 2035 Women's World Cup - which is almost certain to be awarded to the United Kingdom.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He draws my attention to the two largest photos on that wall.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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