distractions

Example Sentences

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But he escalated to invent fake characters and elaborate distractions to keep scammers occupied for as long as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

AppLovin’s above-market performance has continued despite the distractions.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

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

It’s especially important to keep encampments away from shelters, he said, so people can get help without distractions nearby.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

His lessons consisted of an endless series of distractions all invented by him so that the subject of mathematics would never have to be discussed.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl