distract

Example Sentences

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"Simplified messages like this distract from the fact that people are perfectly capable of making conscious and informed food decisions."

From Science Daily

Students at the Studio City high school can still bring phones to school, but must use an app blocking distracting games and social media.

From Los Angeles Times

Chris Bailey is aware that we live in a distracted age, with shrinking attention spans and minds prone to wander.

From The Wall Street Journal

I’m celebrating the New Year, trying not to over stress about what people are saying and stay distracted.

From Los Angeles Times

During free periods, students would be distracted by their phones, instead of working or engaging with peers, Church said.

From Los Angeles Times