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| pay attention |
| 1. v. (idiomatic, intransitive) To attend; to be attentive; to focus one's attention. |
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| Please pay attention to the danger signs. |
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| pay |
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| 1. v. To give money or other compensation to in exchange for goods or services. |
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| he paid him to clean the place up |
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| he paid her off the books and in kind where possible |
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| 2. v. To discharge, as a debt or other obligation, by giving or doing what is due or required. |
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| she offered to pay the bill |
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| attention |
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| 1. n. Mental focus. |
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| Please direct your attention to the following words. |
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| 2. n. An action or remark expressing concern for or interest in someone or something, especially romantic interest. |
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| 3. n. (military) A state of alertness in the standing position. |
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| The company will now come to attention. |
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