inattention

Example Sentences

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Her book is the message in a bottle, urging us to connect more deeply with our inattention.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

That agreement resolved a union grievance addressing what the union regarded as administrative overreach and inattention to employees mired in lengthy investigations and disciplinary proceedings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 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

Prosecutor Adrian Stalker said his driving had been dangerous and was "not just a lack of judgement or momentary inattention".

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

I wondered whether constant association could cause inattention, and asked a native New Hampshire woman about it.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck