- [uncountable] attention (to something/somebody) the act of listening to, looking at or thinking about something/somebody carefully; interest that people show in somebody/something
- the report’s attention to detail
- He turned his attention back to the road again.
- His attention turned to other matters.
- Public attention is focused on the issue of plastic pollution.
- Please pay close attention (= listen carefully) to what I am saying.
- Don't pay any attention to what they say (= don't think that it is important).
- She doesn't pay her critics much attention.
- She tried to attract the waiter's attention.
- The event has attracted a lot of media attention.
- The exhibition has received special attention from the media.
- The problem has been getting little attention in the press.
- I tried not to draw attention to (= make people notice) the weak points in my argument.
- An article in the newspaper caught my attention.
- I couldn't give the programme my undivided attention.
- As the youngest child, she was always the centre of attention.
- (formal) These issues should be brought to the attention of the public.
- (formal) It has come to my attention (= I have been informed) that…
- (formal) He called (their) attention to the fact that many files were missing.
- (formal) Can I have your attention please?
Language Bank emphasisemphasisHighlighting an important point- This case emphasizes the importance of honest communication between managers and employees.
- The study highlights how important good communication is for an organization.
- Effective communication skills are essential.
- Excellent communication skills are crucial for a negotiator.
- Good communication skills are vital to career success.
- It should be noted that this study considers only verbal communication. Non-verbal communication is not dealt with here.
- It is important to remember that non-verbal communication plays a key role in getting your message across.
- An important point to remember is that good communication is a two-way process.
- Communication is not only about the words you use but also your body language and, especially/above all, the effectiveness with which you listen.
- I would like to draw attention to the role of listening in effective communication.
- Choose your words carefully: in particular, avoid confusing and ambiguous language.
- Finally, and perhaps most importantly, you must learn to listen as well as to speak.
Extra Examples- Films with big stars always attract great attention.
- He devoted all his attention to his mother.
- He was convicted of driving without due care and attention.
- I felt my attention wandering during the lecture.
- In this chapter we confine our attention to non-renewable energy sources.
- My boss was grateful that I had brought the matter to her attention.
- Please pay extra attention to what I'm about to tell you.
- Policy-makers paid scant attention to the wider issues.
- She was surrounded by reporters all vying for her attention.
- The company decided to refocus its attention back onto its traditional strengths and expertise.
- There was something in the way he spoke that riveted her attention.
- an interesting essay that repays close attention
- dozens of concerns jostling for your attention
- Attention has now shifted to the presidential elections.
- Media attention focused today on the prince's business affairs.
- The issue of climate change has received considerable attention in recent times.
- Wherever he goes, he commands attention.
- They listened with rapt attention.
- The government is trying to divert attention away from the economy.
- The focus of attention must now be how to improve the economy.
- His music deserves more scholarly attention.
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- full
- rapt
- undivided
- …
- devote
- direct
- give (somebody/something)
- …
- focus
- shift
- turn
- …
- span
- for somebody’s attention
- attention to detail
- care and attention
- the centre/center of attention
- …
- [uncountable] special care, action or treatment
- He received urgent medical attention.
- The roof needs attention (= needs to be repaired).
- for the attention of… (= written on the envelope of an official letter to say who should deal with it)
Extra Examples- She was in need of medical attention.
- His injuries required immediate attention.
- It's clear that a great deal of care and attention was put into the movie sets.
- She lavishes attention on those silly little dogs.
- a matter requiring urgent attention
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- constant
- individual
- personal
- …
- devote
- give
- lavish
- …
- [countable, usually plural] things that somebody does to try to please you or to show their interest in you
- She tried to escape the unwanted attentions of her former boyfriend.
- Her primary aim was to avoid the attentions of the newspapers.
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- full
- rapt
- undivided
- …
- devote
- direct
- give (somebody/something)
- …
- focus
- shift
- turn
- …
- span
- for somebody’s attention
- attention to detail
- care and attention
- the centre/center of attention
- …
- [uncountable] the position soldiers take when they stand very straight with their feet together and their arms at their sides
- to stand at/to attention
listening/looking carefully
treatment/actions
soldiers
Word Originlate Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere, from ad- ‘to’ + tendere ‘stretch’.
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