undivided/full/complete attention

idiom

: concentration on what someone is doing or saying
Please give the speaker your undivided/full/complete attention.

Examples of undivided/full/complete attention in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web When insightful lyrics and powerful vocals flow over captivating melody, the vibration demands full attention — a luxury rarely found in the busyness of daily life. Ebony Flake, Essence, 18 Mar. 2024 With each new season, there’s typically one inescapable trend that not only captures our full attention, but our shopping carts, too. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2024 Schulz made his case along with OSU’s president Jayathi Murthy — a joint proposal that received the CFP board’s full attention. Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2024 Both parties must align diverse interests, address uncertainties and navigate challenges, demanding full attention from all involved. Roman Gurskiy, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 Conversations and exchanges during today’s Capricorn new moon demand your full attention. USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2024 After Skillman, Smith turned his full attention to the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation named for childless siblings who were heirs to their parents’ considerable estate built from timber and mining interests in Minnesota. Jack Kresnak, Detroit Free Press, 11 Feb. 2024 As Nicky Gathrite shifts his full attention to Elevate Agency, the industry watches with anticipation. Kyle Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2024 And to give your undivided attention is a gift far more valuable and loving than flowers and chocolate. Curt Steinhorst, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024

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“Undivided/full/complete attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undivided%2Ffull%2Fcomplete%20attention. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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