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will detract

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The Royal Family is hoping "nothing will detract or distract" from VE Day commemorations this week, which fall days after Prince Harry's interview.

From BBC May 4, 2025

My main question is whether the matte finish will detract from the TV’s video quality.

From The Verge Mar. 17, 2022

The decks are being cleared of matters that will detract from the on-field development of a team that no longer is regarded as a playoff lock.

From Seattle Times Apr. 18, 2018

“Unfortunately emotions on both sides of this issue have dominated the news coverage and the recent debate. ... Further focus on this issue will detract from the other significant accomplishments of the legislature this session.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 1, 2016

If the clippings are allowed to remain, they wilt, and this will detract from the appearance of the sward for a short time, but by the next day they will not be noticeable.

From Amateur Gardencraft A Book for the Home-Maker and Garden Lover by Rexford, Eben E. (Eben Eugene)