be preoccupied
Example Sentences
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The turnover has led to rapid elevations for some commanders who are less experienced and are likely to be preoccupied with stabilizing morale and enforcing loyalty across the rank and file.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
The work will require volunteers, many of whom will be preoccupied by their own losses, Wardlaw acknowledged, but he sees the work ahead as a tiny act of defiance against all the fire’s terrible destruction.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2025
"Write-in responses showed that consumers continued to be preoccupied with rising prices in general, and for groceries and gasoline in particular," said Dana Peterson, chief economist at The Conference Board in Washington.
From Reuters • Sep. 26, 2023
“They know perfectly well if the people are hungry, they will be preoccupied only by their hunger.”
From Seattle Times • Mar. 23, 2023
Dustfinger pretended to be preoccupied with pulling a loose thread from his coat sleeve.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
