1
as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something
I need your full attention right now
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Relevance
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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
The banking sector deserves particular attention.
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Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The spitting incident is the second that has captured the attention of the football world.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2025
But dredging is expensive and Duque, the university professor, says Colombian politicians pay little attention to this region because of its sparse populated.
—John Otis, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
Do Hurricanes have your attention yet, America?
—Greg Cote
september 7, Miami Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
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Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The spitting incident is the second that has captured the attention of the football world.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2025
But dredging is expensive and Duque, the university professor, says Colombian politicians pay little attention to this region because of its sparse populated.
—John Otis, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
Do Hurricanes have your attention yet, America?
—Greg Cote
september 7, Miami Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for attention
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attention
Noun
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That real-world immersion gave her a vantage point on ambition, burnout and impact.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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This is boutique travel at its most poetic, a seamless blend of cultural immersion, fine dining, and slow luxury.—
Jennifer Schwartz,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The launch of ThisWayUp comes at a moment when mental health awareness has never been higher, but actual access to care remains frustratingly limited.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Even five seconds of eye contact and a physical gesture, such as a hand squeeze or a forehead kiss, can communicate far more than words alone.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The change in image on Donna's Facebook profile was the mother-in-law-to-be's first public gesture after Travis and Swift's engagement.—
Sarah Jones,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The diffusion index in the jobs report gauges the concentration of growth.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Both require intense concentration, in order to be any good, and diligent practice, and both make use of imagination—which in tennis takes the form of anticipation—and creativity.—
Thomas Swick
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Demoing the move above is Paris Alexandra, founder of the Brooklyn Wellness Club, writer, and yoga and mindfulness facilitator.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
3 Sep. 2025
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Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Elizabeth Olsen opted for a dress courtesy of Rodarte’s fall 2022 ready-to-wear collection.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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That data comes courtesy of payroll processor ADP and marks a steep slowdown from July’s upwardly revised 106,000, underscoring how fragile employment momentum has become halfway through 2025.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Drake's admiration for wrestling is no secret, but one particular WWE star has caught his eye.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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These pink growing points are called buds or eyes.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Amazon also sent a notice to customers announcing the change, which quickly made its rounds on social media.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The notice mentioned China in particular.—
Evelyn Cheng,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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