distractions

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They can include time-and-a-half or double time, testing in a separate room to reduce distractions or having unlimited breaks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“I don’t want them to restrict YouTube in my district,” he said, “but Google doesn’t make it very easy” to filter out distractions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

In her new book, ‘Start With Yourself,’ fashion mogul Emma Grede offers a blueprint for ambition that focuses on grounding your vision and saying ‘no’ to distractions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

But a combination of understanding food as fuel for her sport and proactive steps, such as eating free from distractions and alerting team nutritionists to pay her special attention, has helped keep her on track.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“It’s very peaceful. Also, I must admit, it’s quite pleasant to think, to hear your breath moving in and out without the distractions of the outside world.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley