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general attention
[/ˈdʒɛnərəl əˈtɛnʃən/]
noun
atenção geral
1.
The attention or awareness of the public or a large group of people; widespread notice or consideration
The scandal attracted general attention from the media.
O escândalo atraiu a atenção geral da mídia.
2.
Broad or non-specific focus of awareness rather than concentrated focus on a particular detail
General attention to the surrounding environment is important for safety.
A atenção geral ao ambiente circundante é importante para a segurança.
Synonyms
public attention
widespread notice
broad awareness
general notice
Antonyms
specific attention
focused attention
concentrated attention
obscurity
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
atenção geral
Most commonly used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
atenção geral
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
atenção geral
Standard usage
Portugal
atenção geral
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
attract general attention
draw general attention
command general attention
escape general attention
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