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It advised the public to turn on notifications on your smartphone, pay attention to sirens, and to only read official sources.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
In the past, people sometimes thought I wasn’t paying attention or didn’t care.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
For now, while exploration is ongoing into whether approving the vaccine to younger populations is warranted, doctors recommend paying close attention to any itchy patches, even areas of skin with no visible rash.
From Slate ● Nov. 1, 2026
Despite drawing national media attention, he failed to make the top two in the June 2 primary election, securing about a fourth of the vote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026
I started to whisper a comment about the big dresses and all the puffy wigs, but his attention was already locked on the picture.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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
Before attentions turn to the crunch match against Utrecht, Celtic must rest weary legs for Sunday's trip to Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts.
From BBC ● Jan. 22, 2026
Or: His attentions were both pleasing and flattering. comprise.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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