1
as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
I need your full attention right now
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2
as in awareness
a state of being aware
several mothers brought to the committee's attention the deplorable condition of the playground
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3
as in gesture
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
she enjoyed her suitor's old-school attentions
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Recent Examples of attention
Italy, the first European nation to reach a WBC semifinal, had been 5-0 in the tournament and sparked attention with an espresso-sipping ritual after home runs and victory celebrations featuring Italian wine.
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Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Garrison traveled to Jacksonville to protest hoping to bring attention to her case and push for her release.
—Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Chalamet's ballet controversy is unlikely to have cost him the Oscar, though, given his statements did not receive much attention until the very last day of Oscar voting.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
The volume of attention that Platner has received has also had the effect of making him, by far, the primary topic of discussion in the race.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
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Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Garrison traveled to Jacksonville to protest hoping to bring attention to her case and push for her release.
—Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Chalamet's ballet controversy is unlikely to have cost him the Oscar, though, given his statements did not receive much attention until the very last day of Oscar voting.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
The volume of attention that Platner has received has also had the effect of making him, by far, the primary topic of discussion in the race.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attention
Noun
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Paired with a final few days in the lake city of Udaipur, the experience provided excitement, relaxation, and full immersion into history, culture, and the layered beauty of India.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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Her oldest daughter teaches kindergarten in a Native language immersion school on a reservation.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
15 Mar. 2026
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Because of his experience, Cheatem raises awareness about screening through his social media and everyday conversations, working to challenge the perception that colorectal cancer only affects older adults.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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Legacy of philanthropy and creativity Shepard founded The KIS Foundation in 2006 to raise awareness for sickle cell disease, which predominantly impacts people of color.—
Noelle Lilley,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Aunt Fely, with her compliments and her contrived umbrage at the theatricality of my sartorial gesture, was only a minute away.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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Whether in a comedy, with slapstick archetypes, or in a serious Shakespearean tragedy, communicating subtle threats through unique gestures, gait, and facial expressions, or in a modern experimental piece, Dominic excels.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The highest concentration is in California and the Southwest, where an extreme heat watch is in place.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that students who eat regular healthy meals tend to have better memory, attention spans and concentration.—
William Jones
March 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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The spa menu also includes classic Thai massages, mud wraps, and herbal compress rub-downs for quick fix-ups or multi-day retreat programs that focus on body detoxification, mindfulness, or self-love.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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The luxury wellness retreat is known for its rigorous, multi-day programs centered on hiking, nutrition, and mindfulness.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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However, some airlines may rebook you on the next available flight as a courtesy.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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By the time Payton got to the arena courtesy of an early-morning flight arranged by the Thunder, tremendous nerves reigned among the Cornhuskers.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Oscars truly saw the stars save their most eye-popping looks for last.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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For the latest on official viewing parties and scheduled activities, keep an eye on San Jose Events and city announcements as dates firm up.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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Little notice beyond a few historians.—
Jacob Lane The Chicago Tribune,
Arkansas Online,
17 Mar. 2026
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Rapper and entrepreneur 50 Cent is continuing his legal fight with ex-girlfriend Shaniqua Tompkins after filing a notice of appeal in New York’s appellate court in an effort to overturn a recent ruling tied to the ownership of her life story rights.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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