- present tense form of distract (3rd person singular).
distracts
Example Sentences
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Ultimately, the fixation on Hasan Piker distracts from more substantive issues.
From Salon ● May 2, 2026
He added speculation about Sr Keir's leadership and constant rumours about who might replace him "distracts and detracts" from the job Labour MPs were trying to do.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
“Having him represent us on the world stage distracts focus from our athletes and the enormous effort needed to prepare for 2028.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2026
That framing may be clear in Mr. Sheehan’s mind, but it distracts from a straightforward account of how sacrifice functioned for religious and political leaders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 25, 2026
It distracts me and I forget not just the gist of the conversation, but its entire direction as well.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
