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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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Psychologists often use the task to measure what is known as executive control, a set of mental processes that helps people regulate attention, resist distractions, and stay focused on goals.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The carve-out is part of a broader effort to dismantle its sprawling conglomerate structure and strip away operational distractions.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 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

People don’t get me, and I don’t really need the distractions.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty