distracted

Example Sentences

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Fellow lodgers at his New York City boardinghouse worried as the typically cheerful, young Fairbanks grew gloomy and distracted.

From Literature

Handsome would have been distracted by his hand mirror long before Duane talked about the merits of listening and paying attention to whom you are addressing.

From Literature

Generally, it’s really easy to get distracted given the diversity and convenience modern-day life offers.

From Los Angeles Times

“You’re not distracted, because it doesn’t do anything else,” he says.

From Los Angeles Times

Wind speeds are higher up in the sky, and investment bankers are often distracted by whistling gales that blow against the tower.

From The Wall Street Journal