distracted

Example Sentences

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As long as Woodson isn’t distracted, Wise is fine with it.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Maybe we need a 3D-animated remake of “Dr. Strangelove” to convince today’s distracted generations that nuclear bombs are not an aesthetic.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

Maybe we need a 3D-animated remake of “Dr. Strangelove” to convince today’s distracted generations that nuclear bombs are not an aesthetic.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

It also follows reports that OpenAI's applications chief, Fidji Simo, told staff this month that they could not be distracted by "side quests," outlining a push toward agentic AI capabilities.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Cat, distracted, looked over at Mom as she pulled another waffle from the iron.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn