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Synonyms

pay attention

Idioms  

  1. Heed, be attentive to, as in Now pay attention to these instructions. [Second half of 1700s]

Example Sentences

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For now, the message from bonds is clear—and investors may want to pay attention.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

The ripple effects are genuine and we can all feel them if we’re willing to pay attention.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

“The problem is that I pay attention to the money and read bills more than other people do,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

"Please pay attention to air raid sirens tonight," Zelensky said earlier in his video address to the nation on Monday.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

I looked over at Joe and Espy, who pretended not to pay attention.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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