distraction
Example Sentences
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The registration paperwork for Fermi’s IPO listed the bankruptcy and related lawsuits as a potential distraction.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
"He feels his position has become an increasing distraction from South East Water's most important priority, which is to deliver a resilient water supply for its customers," the company said.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
“These factors—alongside the distraction posed by Houthi attacks in the Red Sea—have converged to create an opening that Somali pirates have been quick to exploit,” said the IISS.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
“I think the best way to reach the point where you want to go is to stay distraction free,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026
But over time she began to understand that what she saw as a distraction was actually good for me.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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