pay attention to

phrase

: to concentrate on
Pay (close/careful) attention to what she says.

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Leaders need to pay attention to those dynamics early and make sure responsibilities and expectations stay clear. — John Abusaid, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 Fees can be surprisingly costly, so be sure there aren't any early payment penalties and pay attention to origination fees. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026 How to Shop for Cabbage When shopping for cabbage, pay attention to a few key things, regardless of the variety. — Laura Manzano, Martha Stewart, 18 Sep. 2026 In your first few sessions, pay attention to how the conversation feels. — Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pay attention to

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“Pay attention to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20attention%20to. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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