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distract

verb
/dɪˈstrækt/

Meaning

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

Example Sentences

The loud noise distracted her during the exam.

Example Expressions

easily distracted

Synonyms

divert, sidetrack, disturb, interrupt, absorb

Antonyms

focus, concentrate, attend

Collocations

distract attention, distract someone, distract from, distract easily

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