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attention

[uh-ten-shuhn, uh-ten-shuhn] / əˈtɛn ʃən, əˌtɛnˈʃʌn /




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Encouraged by the discovery, we turned our attention to a more isolated area near Mt.

From Science Daily Aug. 4, 2026

South Korea's Kospi swung between gains and losses, with chip giants SK hynix and Samsung -- which have been the poster boys of a month-long AI-themed rout -- centre of attention again.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

His exuberant on-pitch persona, relishing confrontation and celebrating tries with rehearsed routines, has attracted attention and a legion of young fans.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

For the student seeking attention, the adult’s time needs to come on a schedule, before he acts out—and is never given as a payoff.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

“Bigger than you even realize,” Sarah said, drawing their attention back to the service window.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

As the World Cup approaches its end, attentions are turning towards the 2026-27 club season - and who could be on the move this summer.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

Many analysts wonder whether the AI-tied stocks can continue to monopolize investors’ attentions.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 4, 2026

Instead of courting major movie roles, the actor has instead focused his attentions on more independent projects while also building a family with Song, whom he met in 2014.

From MarketWatch Mar. 20, 2026

Napoli now turn their attentions to Wednesday's visit of Chelsea which will decide whether Antonio Conte's team stay in the Champions League.

From Barron's Jan. 25, 2026

Alas, Gertrude’s discontent could not be eased by my attentions.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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