Example Sentences

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Ultimately, the fixation on Hasan Piker distracts from more substantive issues.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

The sampling of funk and glam rock classics momentarily distracts us from the nonsensical staging choices and hopped-up gags, but only for so long.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

That framing may be clear in Mr. Sheehan’s mind, but it distracts from a straightforward account of how sacrifice functioned for religious and political leaders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026

Even if the shutdown resolution distracts stocks for a bit longer, Nvidia will jolt investors from their malaise next week.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

It distracts me and I forget not just the gist of the conversation, but its entire direction as well.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman