How to Use pay attention to in a Sentence
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So who’s gonna pay attention to that in their day to day?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2023
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Note: The sizes are unique to the brand, so pay attention to the size chart linked in the item description.
—Emilia Benton, womenshealthmag.com, 6 Apr. 2023
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Does this mean that the teachers didn’t pay attention to him at all?
—Meghan Leahy, Washington Post, 26 July 2023
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Many of the players in this league don’t pay attention to the numbers during the rounds, though, Ho says.
—Christopher Kuo, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2023
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Here's the Allworth Advice: Above all, don’t pay attention to all the noise.
—Amy Wagner and Steve Sprovach, The Enquirer, 16 Mar. 2023
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When the recipe first blew up, Mariko didn't pay attention to the hullabaloo.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
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Pro tip: be sure to pay attention to the sharpness of your cheddar for the cheese biscuits.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2023
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Pro tip: be sure to pay attention to the sharpness of your cheddar for the cheese biscuits.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 14 June 2023
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Though no one recovers from grief overnight, pay attention to the amount of time a friend is in a dark place.
—Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2024
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And that, said Brown, is something Democrats should pay attention to.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2024
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But there’s so many moving parts and so much to pay attention to in the production process.
—Victoria Hernandez, USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2023
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Protect your arm: Listen to your coach and pay attention to how your arm feels.
—Stephen Borelli, USA TODAY, 10 July 2023
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The next two weeks will be an audition for the final couple of spots, so pay attention to how the bullpen does.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2023
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And that's good that parents would pay attention to what their kids are reading.
—Laura Trujillo, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
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But also know and pay attention to who the people that are saying the dynasty is over.
—Cydney Henderson, USA TODAY, 13 May 2023
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Two nutrients to pay attention to are iron and folic acid.
—Kathleen Felton, Health, 3 Jan. 2024
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But both Super Cruise and Ultra Cruise will require the driver to pay attention to the road.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 31 July 2023
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After the Moon Alert is over, pay attention to your cash flow and your possessions.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2024
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One couple, in their 80s, say their 49-year-old son has been spending too much time at work to pay attention to his love life.
—Chris Lau, CNN, 2 Sep. 2023
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When looking at deals, investors need to pay attention to the details.
—Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
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So many writers don’t pay attention to labor of any kind!
—New York Times, 23 Mar. 2023
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The people who can't afford to pay attention to the health risks of PM2.5 are typically those most at risk.
—Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Scientific American, 19 Sep. 2023
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Tesla said in court documents that drivers must pay attention to the road and keep their hands on the steering wheel.
—Reuters, NBC News, 28 Aug. 2023
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What is Lyme, and why is this something people should pay attention to?
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 13 June 2024
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Not all cleansers and creams are created equal though, so pay attention to what’s inside your products–and what’s not.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2023
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Number of Cups When buying a muffin pan, pay attention to the number of cups (sometimes called wells or crevices).
—Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2023
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The system also requires drivers to pay attention to the road and take control of the vehicle when asked.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 19 July 2023
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Finally, don't forget to pay attention to a tree's mature height and spread, or width.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2023
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Read the fine print Always be sure to read the instructions that come with your adapter or converter, and be sure to pay attention to the power details.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2023
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People should also pay attention to their pets and make sure these animals have plenty of access to shade, water and air-conditioning.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 18 June 2024
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