distract
verb (used with object)
to draw away or divert, as the mind or attention.
will distract
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future tenseof distract.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"Ukrainians continue to fight with huge courage and nothing will distract us from continuing to stand with them for as long as it takes to secure peace," Healey said in a statement.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
No minor tweaks to language will distract from that reality.
From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2023
Moussa Boubacar, a former member of the Islamic State group, said the military overthrow is exactly what the jihadis want because it will distract and weaken the army.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 1, 2023
Digital advertisements for the latest movie or best attorney will distract drivers, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2022
I start to back up, hoping that the accusation will distract him.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
