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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
Virtual backgrounds can maintain privacy and reduce distractions, fostering a more inclusive environment.
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Keith Yandell, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
For many people, anxiety spikes at night when distractions from the day fade, leaving them alone with their thoughts.
—Caitlin Pagán, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
No phone, no music, no distractions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
But, crucially, this can happen without the distraction of tools and widgets and everything else in between.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Keith Yandell, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
For many people, anxiety spikes at night when distractions from the day fade, leaving them alone with their thoughts.
—Caitlin Pagán, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
No phone, no music, no distractions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
But, crucially, this can happen without the distraction of tools and widgets and everything else in between.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distraction
Noun
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In other words, bills still need to be paid no matter the confusion of politicians eager to distort the pricing mechanism that organizes the market economy.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Kelly Clarkson has also previously shared her confusion over Beyoncé’s CMA Awards snub.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2025
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About an hour earlier, Charli XCX had sent the crowd into an all-out frenzy with a set that included surprise appearances from Lorde, Billie Eilish, and Troye Sivan.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
13 Apr. 2025
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The patrons went into a frenzy as McIlroy dropped to his knees and started crying, as the dream and goal finally turned into reality.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Currently, Furious 7, alongside A Minecraft Movie, are leading presales for Friday in China, according to ticketing and entertainment platform Maoyan.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Formerly an entertainment venue and public garden in the late 1800s, Zhang Yuan later became a residential area until the government took over in 2018.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The pilot program was funded by the county commission in 2023, and was designed to assist at-risk tenants and their families through free legal assistance and eviction diversion programs.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Interfaith group demands action from Miami-Dade leaders After hearing the concerns from renters and Miami faith leaders about eviction concerns as rents continue to rise, Miami-Dade County mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced a $3 million commitment to an eviction diversion program.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Friday at 12:37 a.m. the NWS Blacksburg VA released a dense fog advisory in effect until 8 a.m.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
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In Warfare, the fog of war is both a literal and spiritual fact.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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Later, Su-ho is brought to the hospital, where he is watched over by his grandmother and friends like Si-eun and Yeong-i. Su-ho’s sorry state prompts Si-eun to go on a vengeful rampage to exact violence on anyone involved with the attack.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Mar. 2025
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Her 15-month-old dog had managed to break free and go on a destructive rampage before heading back into the crate and taking a nap.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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The bulk of Everybody’s Live is clearly designed for the comedian’s amusement.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2025
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Joan's immediate reaction was one of understandable amusement.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Growing up, in San Diego, Mary Faith Casey could easily access delight.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Entrées feature delights such as buttermilk pancakes with banana and mixed berries, eggs benedict with crispy potatoes, and grilled lamb chops with a seven spice blend.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Distraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distraction. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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