1
as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty
in my distraction I forgot where I was
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2
as in frenzy
a state of wildly excited activity or emotion
driven to distraction by the constant screaming and bickering in the house
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as in entertainment
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
the founder of a recovery program who doesn't view gambling as a harmless distraction for people of modest means
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as in diversion
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a harmless distraction for children at the playground
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Recent Examples of distraction
All the Valley’s casinos, Hollywood-style entertainment, and day spas offer a glitzy distraction from the area’s troubled history.
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Michael Albertus, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
Domestic politics There’s also domestic distractions.
—Paolo Confino, Fortune Asia, 14 Jan. 2025
Sports are a lot of things, and sports can certainly provide an escape and a distraction.
—Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Aircraft battling wildfires often fly at low altitudes, which could result in encounters with drones, such as mid-air collisions or pilot distractions.
—Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
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Michael Albertus, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
Domestic politics There’s also domestic distractions.
—Paolo Confino, Fortune Asia, 14 Jan. 2025
Sports are a lot of things, and sports can certainly provide an escape and a distraction.
—Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Aircraft battling wildfires often fly at low altitudes, which could result in encounters with drones, such as mid-air collisions or pilot distractions.
—Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distraction
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Here are three important steps that can make a difference: Simplify access to affordable internet programs: Right now, the USF includes several different programs to help people get connected, but they’re scattered across multiple agencies, creating confusion and frustration.—
Randy Ray,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Jan. 2025
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This creates immense confusion about how we’re supposed to store and ship our online orders.—
Benjamin Adams,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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The First Lady arrived at Trump’s second inauguration wearing an outfit that sent social media into a frenzy, with many making comparisons to the character Carmen Sandiego.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Jan. 2025
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That retribution could be political or simply launching his supporters into a frenzy of social media attacks accompanied at times by a fear of violence.—
Richard J. Davis,
New York Daily News,
19 Jan. 2025
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Daniels said King’s legacy will be honored with a variety of activities and entertainment at the 40th anniversary celebration on Monday, including a battle of the bands.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Jan. 2025
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With region radio personality Ron Harlow’s March improv show of local talents to plays, children’s shows and annual holiday events, Beatniks has earned and established a gritty history of cutting-edge stage entertainment.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
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The home game was the kind of diversion the players needed after the past seven days, in which some players saw the flames come close to their homes.—
Janis Carr,
Orange County Register,
14 Jan. 2025
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Employers cannot consider arrests without convictions, expunged records, or diversion program participation.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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Initially, Dury's comet hunting venture began close to home in Somerset but heavy mist and fog covered the Mendip Hills, so Dury was forced to head elsewhere.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Tomorrow through Sunday, onshore winds will return, which will raise the humidity for the Los Angeles area and bring in some coastal fog and clouds.—
Stephanie Fuerte,
NBC News,
16 Jan. 2025
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Security was heightened at the Constitutional Court on Tuesday, after a mob of angry Yoon supporters went on a rampage through the district court that issued a warrant to extend his detention early on Sunday.—
Reuters,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Democrats say Republicans are hypocrites for claiming to support law enforcement while simultaneously backing Trump’s decision to pardon more than 1,500 people who were prosecuted for the rampage, including those who attacked police officers protecting the Capitol complex.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Goose has made quite the name for himself on social media, earning a reputation as a source of endless amusement.—
Eric Fuller,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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On the bright side, at least his black eye has provided some source of amusement.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
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Identify the customer life cycle point where product delight is at its peak and the customer is happiest with your brand.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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To finally get to work with a true comedy genius at the script stage and then on set was a daily delight.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Distraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distraction. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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