close attention

Example Sentences

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Homeland Security investigators began paying close attention to the Buy 4 Less in December when they observed suspicious activity around the store.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

He advised the public that "if you see a curlew with colour rings on, please pay close attention and report them to the authorities".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Wall Street is paying close attention to these updates ahead of a potential initial public offering from Anthropic, which some think will come before the year ends.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

More people are paying close attention to what they eat, often tracking calories, exercising daily, and filling their plates with foods that seem naturally healthy, including fruits and vegetables.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

When Farmer was being serious, however, the core of his being was exposed and he wanted you to pay close attention.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French