1
as in confusion
a state of mental uncertainty
in my distraction I forgot where I was
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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
The apps may not include the newest AI tools, but that also means no distractions or workflow-breaking updates.
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Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
It's designed for productivity on the go, allowing users to quickly jot down notes and sketch out ideas with minimal distractions – something that smartphones can't readily deliver.
—New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2025
Between the constant movement and never-ending distractions pulling their focus away from the camera lens, getting that perfect shot can feel impossible.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Minimize distractions, Dedicate your full attention to the road.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 7 Sep. 2025
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Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
It's designed for productivity on the go, allowing users to quickly jot down notes and sketch out ideas with minimal distractions – something that smartphones can't readily deliver.
—New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2025
Between the constant movement and never-ending distractions pulling their focus away from the camera lens, getting that perfect shot can feel impossible.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Minimize distractions, Dedicate your full attention to the road.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 7 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distraction
Noun
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Indeed, there has been confusion over how many shots were fired when Finicum was killed and who fired them.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
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But that means there’s even more opportunity for confusion.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Marvel fans went into a frenzy.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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An extension of the Black Hole, Raider Nation gathers at this spot and turns it into a football frenzy on Sundays, or whenever the Raiders suit up.—
Marcus Smith,
Sacbee.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Its chips can power in-car entertainment systems, for example, and on Monday, the company announced a partnership with Google Cloud that allows automakers to create their own digital assistants.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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The 58-acre yard is the epicenter of what the Broncos hope will be a transformative project, anchored by a multi-billion dollar stadium and flanked by an entertainment district designed to host events, draw fans and generate revenue nearly every day of the year.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s a little diversion halfway through Justin Bieber’s new album, SWAG II, the expansive 23-track follow-up to his July drop SWAG.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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Storytelling becomes not mere diversion but a weapon, a means of survival, and — most movingly — an avenue for Cherry to discover her true desires.—
Leila Latif,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Citations for not having headlights on during rain, fog or smoke and for not wearing a seatbelt were also dismissed.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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In the summer of 2025, the Faroes experienced a heat wave of sorts, with temperatures up to the low twenties (Celsius) and several days of almost no rain and fog only in the morning.—
Mattias Goldmann,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara condemned the rampage and said the repeat offender endangered the public.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Prosecutors say Hopson got angry because someone was dancing with his girlfriend at the party, pulled out a knife, and went on a bloody rampage that ended with four victims hospitalized — two of whom died.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thirty-four states have some form of admissions or amusement tax generally running from 3% to 10%.—
Malachi Barrett,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Viewers on Instagram were quick to share their amusement at Tini's morning routine, and their delight at her close relationship with her owner's partner.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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That’s the way Fleur looks at Julian in real life too — adoring and feverishly in love, so when Fleur announces that the pair are getting married over dinner with friends, everyone responds with joy and delight.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Suddenly, and to the great delight of both Anna and her fellow AC, Ryan (John Early), there’s some real juicy drama in the Junction.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Distraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distraction. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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