1
as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty
in my distraction I forgot where I was
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as in frenzy
a state of wildly excited activity or emotion
driven to distraction by the constant screaming and bickering in the house
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as in entertainment
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 diversion
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a harmless distraction for children at the playground
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Recent Examples of distraction
In a society obsessed with attention, in a constant fight to gain it, the same attention became paradoxically a distraction.
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Photovogue, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
But the biggest gag by far is that the main-stage background is an immersive part of the set instead of a distraction.
—Barry Levitt, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
The reasons for this include fewer distractions at night, as well as physiological changes and fatigue, experts said.
—Hannah Singleton, Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Furthermore, the researchers observed that individuals who are more susceptible to distractions tend to forget their dreams more easily.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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Photovogue, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
But the biggest gag by far is that the main-stage background is an immersive part of the set instead of a distraction.
—Barry Levitt, Vulture, 21 Feb. 2025
The reasons for this include fewer distractions at night, as well as physiological changes and fatigue, experts said.
—Hannah Singleton, Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Furthermore, the researchers observed that individuals who are more susceptible to distractions tend to forget their dreams more easily.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distraction
Noun
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Given the confusion surrounding EOs, her remarks provide critical insight into their legal standing and potential impact on TCUs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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The new sweeping guidance, which the Trump administration indicated applies to nearly every aspect of educational life, prompted widespread panic and confusion among administrators at K-12 schools and colleges.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Out March 11 on Hulu, Last Take recounts the fatal shooting of Hutchins with exclusive insights into the inner tragedy that occurred before the event transformed into a media frenzy.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
26 Feb. 2025
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And though the wait isn’t over just yet, Rihanna — whose last studio album was 2016’s Anti, and who recently sent fans into a frenzy after she was spotted hitting the recording studio — assured listeners that her album will be anything but subpar.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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Black, a former New York prosecutor, moves from East to West to become an entertainment lawyer.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Billed as the largest entertainment complex in South Carolina, this is a destination in and of itself.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2025
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Operation Mincemeat is inspired by the unlikely real-life World War II story of an Allied Forces used of a corpse, with fake military plans in its pockets, to fool the Axis military with the diversion.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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Also in 2022-23, the expensive and ultimately unsuccessful loan of Ansu Fati from Barcelona for the club’s first season in European competition was a diversion from the norm.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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On Tuesday at 2:28 a.m. a dense fog advisory was issued by the NWS San Diego CA in effect until 9 a.m. for San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Feb. 2025
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Early morning commuters may have been curious as to why North Texas was covered in fog early Monday, Feb. 24.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Feb. 2025
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In November 2020, a man who had previously attempted to join the Islamic State carried out a rampage in Vienna, armed with an automatic rifle and a fake explosive vest, killing four people before being fatally shot by police.—
Danielle Wallace,
Fox News,
16 Feb. 2025
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Ross also turns himself over and decides to serve jail time for his Red Hulk rampage.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2025
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The official website for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which tech billionaire Elon Musk heads, was reportedly hacked on Friday, sending waves of confusion and amusement through the internet.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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There’s no shortage of diversions and amusements to fill your Sunday afternoon.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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The chorizo and potato taco is a delight, featuring chunks of potato rich with spicy pork fat and bits of salty meat.—
Edmund Tijerina,
Bon Appétit,
27 Feb. 2025
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The interiors are beautifully designed, and outside, the gardens are a true delight.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Distraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distraction. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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