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attention
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. notice
  2. 2. attention
This noun and verb combination means "attention" or "to pay attention to" something, often used when something becomes the focus of public or group interest. It frequently appears in news contexts or when urging people to take notice of something important.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

What should I focus on to understand that explanation?

Sentence 2

If you pay attention to that kid's expression, you can tell how they're feeling.

Sentence 3

What aspects of the matter are you focusing on to make your decision?

Sentence 4

You noticed something that small? Don't you have anything better to do?

Sentence 5

The unexpected twist had everyone riveted!