1
as in confusions
a state of mental uncertainty
in my distraction I forgot where I was
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2
as in entertainments
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
the founder of a recovery program who doesn't view gambling as a harmless distraction for people of modest means
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as in diversions
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a harmless distraction for children at the playground
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Recent Examples of distractions
Some of these values—such as a disciplined commitment to physical fitness—are good and, in my opinion, necessary correctives to the enervating distractions of 21st-century living.
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Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 2 Oct. 2025
The Kindle Scribe has always been about focusing on reading and writing without distractions, and this update simply enhances that experience without getting off track and adding fluff.
—New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2025
Take this moment to enjoy your alone time before rushing to fill it with distractions.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Democracy relies on an informed citizenry, yet staying informed now requires overcoming constant distractions and the overwhelmingly fast pace of the modern news cycle.
—Joshua Finnell, JSTOR Daily, 1 Oct. 2025
Fuse Box eventually ran out of steam, and bringing it back was, no doubt, complicated by the many distractions DAM has dealt with over the past few years, including the pandemic and the massive, years-long renovation of the Martin Building.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 29 Sep. 2025
In a world full of distractions and deflections, Capricorn moons cut through the noise.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Sep. 2025
Take a pause from outside distractions to connect with your emotions.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
Keeping your hands free while solo and on the move enhances alertness by minimizing distractions and improves reaction time for unexpected situations.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Dan Brooks, The Atlantic, 2 Oct. 2025
The Kindle Scribe has always been about focusing on reading and writing without distractions, and this update simply enhances that experience without getting off track and adding fluff.
—New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2025
Take this moment to enjoy your alone time before rushing to fill it with distractions.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Democracy relies on an informed citizenry, yet staying informed now requires overcoming constant distractions and the overwhelmingly fast pace of the modern news cycle.
—Joshua Finnell, JSTOR Daily, 1 Oct. 2025
Fuse Box eventually ran out of steam, and bringing it back was, no doubt, complicated by the many distractions DAM has dealt with over the past few years, including the pandemic and the massive, years-long renovation of the Martin Building.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 29 Sep. 2025
In a world full of distractions and deflections, Capricorn moons cut through the noise.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Sep. 2025
Take a pause from outside distractions to connect with your emotions.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
Keeping your hands free while solo and on the move enhances alertness by minimizing distractions and improves reaction time for unexpected situations.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distractions
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The objectionable programs in that case were not the Republican-baiting precincts of late-night television but the social taboo-breaking entertainments of Three’s Company, All in the Family and Knots Landing.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Sep. 2025
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Stern is one of several high-profile entertainments hosts who have condemned ABC and Disney for yanking Kimmel off the air.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
22 Sep. 2025
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Day-long diversions include the Poseidon Gardens, a massive wellness center and thermal park with no less than 20 natural swimming pools.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
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However, thematically and stylistically this is of a piece with its predecessors’ interest in dysfunctional families, troubled teens and tweens (once again directed with skill by Omerzu), and unexpected narrative diversions and surprises.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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Test yourself on autumn amusements and federal firsts in this week's American Culture Quiz.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Goldie now thought that watching for owls and high-kicking with her shadow were the stale amusements of childhood.—
Annie Proulx,
New Yorker,
10 Aug. 2025
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Foodies will enjoy the signature delights of the region, like Tropea onions, spicy nduja sausage spread, and the classic frozen Tartufo, made with layers of mouthwatering gelato.—
Gary Portuesi,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Certainly, there are delights here — bleach-blond Timothy Olyphant’s natural deadpan and pitch-perfect skepticism make synth Kirsh the series’ standout character, and the spider eyeball is a fun chaos agent.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
24 Sep. 2025
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It Game Small but luxe, this velvet jewelry box neatly organizes rings, earrings, and necklaces—without the tangles.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
2 Oct. 2025
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First crafted during the Industrial Revolution, this iconic nylon-and-boar bristle brush glides through tangles while distributing natural oils.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Nonetheless, the experiment has endured through the decades, spawning movies, books, television episodes, and recreations.—
Leah Hudson,
Popular Science,
18 Sep. 2025
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Very highly detailed recreations.—
Katie Hafner,
Scientific American,
10 Sep. 2025
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Each year, as the temperature rises, the town’s regular population of around 300 swells with thousands of kids soaking up the simple pleasures of the great outdoors.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Dionysius of Heraclea, caught in a health crisis, abandoned Stoicism for the pleasures of the Cyrenaics — only to be branded a traitor by former allies who saw his change of heart as proof of weakness.—
Shai Tubali,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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While the average cruise length is around seven days, short sailings can pack an entire vacation’s worth of fun into a mid-week getaway or long weekend.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Our little group was having too much fun trying to learn about the spirit to give him another shot at selecting a bourbon.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Distractions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distractions. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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