Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrækʃən/
noun a thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else
A1 I can't focus on my homework because my phone is a distraction.
A2 She always uses music as a distraction when she's feeling stressed.
B1 The noise outside was a constant distraction while I was trying to study.
B2 The sudden loud noise was a major distraction during the important presentation.
C1 He had to eliminate all distractions in order to fully concentrate on the complex task.
C2 The distraction of constant notifications hindered her ability to focus on her work.
verb not applicable
A1 I often get distracted by my phone when I'm studying.
A2 She distracted her little brother with a toy so she could finish her homework.
B1 The loud noise outside distracted me from my work.
B2 The constant notifications on my phone are a major distraction while I'm trying to focus.
C1 As a professional athlete, he knows how to block out distractions and stay focused on the game.
C2 The artist was able to create a masterpiece despite the distractions of the busy city streets around him.
adjective not applicable
A1 She found it hard to focus on her homework with so much distraction around.
A2 The loud music was a distraction during the exam.
B1 Using your phone while driving is a dangerous distraction.
B2 The constant notifications on his phone were a major distraction while he was trying to work.
C1 The noise from the construction site outside was a constant distraction while she was trying to read.
C2 Her mind was filled with distraction as she tried to come up with a solution to the problem.
adverb not applicable
A1 She couldn't focus on her homework because of the distraction of her noisy neighbors.
A2 The loud music was a distraction during the exam, making it hard to concentrate.
B1 The constant notifications on her phone were a distraction while she was trying to work.
B2 The distraction of the TV in the background made it difficult for him to follow the conversation.
C1 Despite the distraction of the busy street outside, she managed to finish her project on time.
C2 His ability to stay focused despite the distraction of the loud construction noise impressed his colleagues.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I can't focus on my homework because distraction keeps interrupting me.
A2 She couldn't hear the teacher over the distraction of the loud construction outside.
B1 The constant distraction of notifications on his phone made it hard for him to concentrate.
B2 Despite the distraction of the noisy crowd, she managed to stay focused on her presentation.
C1 The distraction of personal issues at home affected his performance at work.
C2 Even in the midst of chaos and distraction, she remained calm and composed.
preposition not applicable
A1 I can't focus on my homework with all this distraction.
A2 She couldn't hear the teacher because of the distraction in the classroom.
B1 The loud noise outside was a constant distraction during the meeting.
B2 Despite the distraction of her phone ringing, she managed to finish her presentation.
C1 His ability to concentrate on the task at hand was unaffected by the distraction of the busy office environment.
C2 The distraction of the TV in the background didn't deter him from completing his work on time.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I wanted to study, but my phone was a distraction.
A2 The loud music outside was a distraction while I was trying to read.
B1 Despite the distraction of the noisy construction work, she managed to finish her project on time.
B2 The distraction of his phone ringing constantly made it difficult for him to focus on the presentation.
C1 The distraction of the ongoing debate in the office meeting made it hard to concentrate on the task at hand.
C2 Even with the distraction of the loud party next door, she was able to complete her research paper ahead of schedule.
interjection not applicable
A1 Distraction! Look at the cute puppy over there!
A2 Distraction! Did you see that bird flying by?
B1 Distraction! I can't focus with all this noise around me.
B2 Distraction! My phone keeps buzzing with notifications.
C1 Distraction! I need to block out all external stimuli to concentrate.
C2 Distraction! I must eliminate all interruptions to achieve peak productivity.
article not applicable
A1 I find it hard to focus on my homework with so many distractions around.
A2 She couldn't resist the distraction of her phone buzzing with notifications.
B1 The loud noise outside was a major distraction during the important meeting.
B2 Trying to work in a busy cafe can be a constant distraction.
C1 The artist was able to block out all distractions and focus solely on his masterpiece.
C2 In order to achieve peak performance, athletes must learn to manage distractions and stay focused.
formal It is important to minimize distractions in order to improve focus and productivity.
informal I can't work with all these distractions around me.
slang I keep getting distracted by my phone, it's so annoying.
figurative Her beauty was a distraction that he couldn't resist.
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