Many traffic accidents are the result of driver inattention.
They lost several potential clients through their inattention to detail.
Recent Examples on the WebThe American Psychiatric Association says people with ADHD may deal with inattention, excess movement and impulsivity.—Minnah Arshad, USA TODAY, 14 June 2024 Stimulants are highly effective at reducing inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity.—Jacqueline Andriakos, Health, 19 June 2024 Half of all reported boating collisions in 2023 were linked to inattention and improper lookout procedure.—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 18 June 2024 He has not been accused of anything but inattention, though at $298,400 per year, that's a self-firing offense.—Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 8 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for inattention
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