pay attention
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It has to be at least that many, Hichwa said, for China to pay attention.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Most investors aren’t concerned about exchange rate changes between Japan and the U.S. — but there is good reason to pay attention.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
"I've grown up watching his videos and I have an emotional connect with him. I'm feeling very concerned about his heath. The government must pay attention to him," Sahu said.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Unless you pay attention to social media, you haven’t read or heard much about this story.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
“You don’t expect other countries to pay attention to an American book, do you?”
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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