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scattered attention

[ˈskætərd əˈtenʃən]
noun
atenção dispersa
1. A state of mind in which one's focus is divided among multiple things, preventing concentration on a single task or subject
His scattered attention made it difficult for him to complete the project on time.
Sua atenção dispersa dificultou a conclusão do projeto no prazo.
2. The inability to maintain sustained focus due to distractions or divided concentration
The student's scattered attention in class resulted in poor grades.
A atenção dispersa da aluna na aula resultou em notas baixas.
NYC Slang
head in the clouds, spaced out, not locked in
Synonyms
divided attentionlack of focusdistractibilitywandering attentionunfocused mind
Antonyms
focused attentionconcentrationundivided attentionmindfulness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atenção dispersa
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
cabeça nas nuvens
Colloquial expression meaning 'head in the clouds'
Rio de Janeiro
atenção espalhada
Informal variant meaning scattered or spread attention
Portugal
atenção dispersa
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

have one's mind all over the place
have one's head in the clouds
be all over the map
have a short attention span
lose focus
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