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
Coach’s sneakers, slides, and sandals are all crafted with the same quality and attention to detail as its purses, and the Brynn Sandal is no exception.
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Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
Webtoon Entertainment caught attention last November thanks to a deal with Warner Bros Animation to co-produce together adaptations of 10 fan-favorite Webtoon webcomic series for global distribution.
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John Hopewell,
Variety,
22 June 2026
If no timetable emerges and attention shifts toward a leadership challenge that could force his departure, heavier pressure on sterling could reappear.
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Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
Defense attorneys have sought to restrict media coverage of the proceedings, contending that the intense public attention threatens Robinson’s right to a fair trial.
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Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
Webtoon Entertainment caught attention last November thanks to a deal with Warner Bros Animation to co-produce together adaptations of 10 fan-favorite Webtoon webcomic series for global distribution.
—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
22 June 2026
If no timetable emerges and attention shifts toward a leadership challenge that could force his departure, heavier pressure on sterling could reappear.
—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
Defense attorneys have sought to restrict media coverage of the proceedings, contending that the intense public attention threatens Robinson’s right to a fair trial.
—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for attention
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attention
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Del Toro remains one of Hollywood’s most imaginative visual entertainers, and the prospect of visiting his long-dormant underworld later in 2026 promises not just fresh nostalgia but maybe even total immersion.
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Reports from Marriott International, Hilton and American Express have all pointed toward a traveler who wants connection, cultural immersion, emotional return, personal growth and more meaningful use of their time.
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At least two other children in Florida have died in hot cars since the beginning of 2026, according to the education and public awareness group Kids and Cars.
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The most obvious factor being that the games are being played in the US, Canada and Mexico, which raises Americans’ overall awareness and puts matches in far more favorable TV windows.
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And that became mighty inconvenient in the seventh inning, when shortstop Willy Adames swung through a pitch, grimaced with lower back pain and made a tapping-out gesture to the dugout.
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On social media, native Algerians have seen their image of Americans debunked by continuous kind gestures during the impromptu cultural exchanges.
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There are about 340,000 pending cases in California, with highest concentration in Los Angeles county, with 95,000 open cases, TRAC data shows.
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Rare earths are relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust, but minable concentrations are less common than for most other mineral commodities.
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To find relief, many people turn to therapy, exercise, lifestyle changes, support groups, mindfulness practices or medication.
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Practices such as breathing exercises, mindfulness and time in nature are frequently discussed in conversations about nervous system regulation.
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Sugar is at the forensic lab with the corpse of a man who looks an awful lot like Ji Moon but isn’t Ji Moon (courtesy of Shea Whigham as Tom Flybjerg).
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The purists were always going to take issue with a Prancing Horse that had an electric powertrain instead of snarling internal combustion engine, but its unorthodox design, courtesy of Jony Ivy’s LoveFrom studio, has received just as much criticism.
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Some of our go-to eye serums are marked down for Prime Day, too, including the COSRX Snail Mucin Peptide Under Eye Cream, which features snail mucin, peptides, and niacinamide to even out discoloration and soothe puffy areas.
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During a childhood fight, Aemond had his eye cut out by Rhaenyra’s son Lucerys and stole her family’s ferocious, powerful red dragon Vhagar.
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There was enough notice for other cast members to swing by and pay their respects, too.
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The federal prosecutor in Tennessee filed the notice of appeal.
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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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