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
Inspired by the attention, Mom tried to reach out to the company that manufactures the ride-on toy.
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
The case drew the attention of ex-NFL player Antonio Brown, who launched a GoFundMe campaign on the father’s behalf, according to The Augusta Chronicle.
—Tanasia Kenney, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
However, can the Board of Tesla get Elon to refocus his attentions primarily on Tesla?
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
Those accomplishments caught a Sacramento State coach’s attention and he was eventually offered a scholarship and financial aid to attend and train at the university.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2025
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
The case drew the attention of ex-NFL player Antonio Brown, who launched a GoFundMe campaign on the father’s behalf, according to The Augusta Chronicle.
—Tanasia Kenney, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025
However, can the Board of Tesla get Elon to refocus his attentions primarily on Tesla?
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
Those accomplishments caught a Sacramento State coach’s attention and he was eventually offered a scholarship and financial aid to attend and train at the university.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attention
Noun
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One of Latin America’s largest indoor markets, San Juan de Dios is an immersion in Mexican market culture.—
Freda Moon,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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This ultrawide beast delivers mind-blowing colors, contrast, and immersion, making every game look unreal.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The groups also plan assemblies and special events, including, for example, a week of activities themed around mental health awareness.—
Jackie Valley,
Christian Science Monitor,
9 Apr. 2025
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Our days in Lebanon were filled with uncertainty, violence and the constant awareness that life could drastically change in an instant.—
Dr. Ardem Patapoutian,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The gesture was orchestrated by Hunsaker, who wanted a picture-perfect moment for his children to look back on.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The personal gestures can be quite meaningful for those who have to spend the holiday alone, said Adel.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These changes may lead to both higher pollen concentrations and earlier and longer pollen seasons, according to Kaman.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2025
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Added Antioxidants Green tea has a high concentration of antioxidants, which are responsible for the beverage's health benefits.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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That same review of studies on exercise also found that movement like yoga and playing ball sports significantly decrease anger (along with relaxation strategies, mindfulness, and meditation).—
Carolyn L. Todd,
SELF,
21 Mar. 2025
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Researchers from the University of Surrey, England, revealed that mindfulness, sleep quality and alcohol consumption may link being a night owl with a greater risk of depression among young people.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Particularly heavy moments are complemented by an original musical accompaniment which arrives courtesy of Olivier Deriviere (Star Wars: Visions, A Plague Tale: Requiem).—
Sarah Thwaites,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2025
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The very act of looking up from your phone or notes can signal courtesy and enthusiasm.—
Bala Sathyanarayanan,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There’s another unexpected moment this episode when Hanna kills Joel McHale’s character, Kodiak, by throwing a knife into his eye.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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And yet, there’s also something fun in exploring the lives of those who don’t blink an eye at dropping $25,000 on a Birkin bag.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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When the notice did arrive, agency officials immediately confronted a set of difficult choices.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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The states in their lawsuit say the mass firings violated the federal law requiring agencies to give them advance notice of mass layoffs, and would lead to a spike in unemployment claims and demand for social services.—
Daniel Wiessner,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attention. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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