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Another word for attention

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Noun

  1. Concentration of the mental powers on something

    See also:

    excite

  2. The act of noting, observing, or taking into account

    See also:

    see

    knowledge

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Another word for attention

Noun

  1. The state of giving heed

    Antonyms:

  2. The power of giving heed

    Antonyms:

  3. Courtesies; usually plural

    Antonyms:

Idioms:

    call attention to

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Sentence Examples

  • Still, she said, returning her attention to the old house.

  • But he paid no attention to her warning.

  • He shrugged, returning his attention to the coffee in his cup.

  • Without comment, he shifted his attention back to his plate.

  • Something drew her attention to Jonathan, who was watching Alex intently.

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