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pay attention

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We should pay attention to what makes practices like film photography so appealing in a digital age.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

For now, the message from bonds is clear—and investors may want to pay attention.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

“This is a relatively obscure thing, not many people pay attention to this data,” Kizemchuk said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

They’re abundant — they fill the scene to get people to pause and pay attention to all the different aspects of the pieces.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Yes, Father would pay attention to what Mr. Hodges said.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham