inattention
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Thanks largely to inertia or inattention, investors are paying tens of millions of dollars a year in excess fees.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
It is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can interfere with daily life, including school, work, and relationships.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 17, 2026
ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neuro-developmental condition which often causes impulsiveness and inattention.
From BBC ● Dec. 22, 2025
The report highlights evidence linking synthetic dyes to hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity, particularly in children with ADHD.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2025
“What are the hollows for?” he asked Zahotep at last, more to fight inattention than because he wanted to know.
From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw
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