noun as in strong fondness

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distraction, alertness

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Example Sentences

Example:The children's antics served as a distraction, but their mother merely instructed them to settle down.

Definition:The act of diverting someone's attention from their objective by means of an interesting or amusing diversion, so that the objective is not reached or is reached only partially.

From distraction

Example:The fire drill awakened the students from their complacency and alerted them to the importance of being prepared.

Definition:The state of being awake and attentive, especially to potential dangers or suspicious activity.

From alertness