distractions
Example Sentences
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Second, absent cultural distractions, Midwestern Democrats have earned themselves the running room to make the sorts of cogent economic arguments that draw moderates and progressives together.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
A mobile phone ban was introduced at the school two years ago to reduce distractions - an approach which is commended by the new report.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Finally, some downtime, with no distractions, to tackle “Infinite Jest.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
To put it mildly, Prince William is unlikely to welcome Harry and Meghan's move back to the UK and the distractions and sense of a rival team it will create.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
“Mia is still unconscious, but her vital signs are improving,” she tells the assembled relatives, who have abandoned their distractions haphazardly on the chairs.
From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman
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