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distractions

NOUN

having one's attention drawn away

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aberration complication confusion disturbance diversion interference interruption

STRONG

abstraction agitation amusement beguilement bewilderment commotion disorder dissipation engrossment entertainment frenzy game pastime perplexity preoccupation recreation

WEAK

divertissement

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calm order peace

STRONG

calmness labor profession task work

Example Sentences

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They can include time-and-a-half or double time, testing in a separate room to reduce distractions or having unlimited breaks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Forget about a private office to reduce distractions, unless you reach the C-suite someday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

With no Champions League distractions, they have been able to give the WSL their full attention after a disappointing fourth-placed finish last term.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

In her new book, ‘Start With Yourself,’ fashion mogul Emma Grede offers a blueprint for ambition that focuses on grounding your vision and saying ‘no’ to distractions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

I say “we,” but I was still trying to take Coach’s advice and ignore all distractions, so when it came up, I tried not to engage.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds