pay attention
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Even though the public is starting to pay attention, Caulkins says that the issue has not yet become political dynamite, which means political rhetoric comes with little risk.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
To counter this, adviser Rob Schultz in Encino, Calif., advises his clients to pay attention to the titling of assets, especially in community-property states.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026
“It almost feels like, ‘Wouldn’t it be nice if I could pay attention to who my candidates are and care on that deep of a level?’”
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
“If you pay attention to nonverbal cues, you can kind of tell when someone is taking something personal.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
“Can you please pay attention for one stinking heartbeat?!”
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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