pay attention
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But the discovery gives scientists a clearer chemical target to investigate and gives people another reason to pay attention to the nutrients that support brain health.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
But first he has to get them to pay attention.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
That’s why investors may want to pay attention to biotechs and industrial firms.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Nobody walking by — including me — slowed down to pay attention to them, beyond a glance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
I have never been able to pay attention in gym.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
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