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attention

[uh-ten-shuhn, uh-ten-shuhn] / əˈtɛn ʃən, əˌtɛnˈʃʌn /




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Of those subjects, only the family got much attention; “have more kids than you can afford,” a quote from Charlie, was a constant refrain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

So that speaks to Shah Latif, the character, and his attention seeking.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Nobody was better at playing a very handsome guy, the center of attention, who was also nonthreatening, not above a bit of slapstick, a little silly—above all, likable.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Sound therapy uses gentle background noise to draw attention away from the ringing or buzzing sensation.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Her outburst draws attention from a car pulling into a parking spot.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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