distract

Verb
  1. Draw someone's attention away from something (synset 201795785)
    "The thief distracted the bystanders"; "He deflected his competitors"
    is a type of: confuse, disconcert, flurry, put off - cause to feel embarrassment
    same as: deflect
  2. Disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed (synset 201768023)
    "She was rather perturbed by the news that her father was seriously ill"
    is a type of: disturb, trouble, upset - move deeply
    subtypes: vex, worry - disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
    same as: cark, disorder, disquiet, perturb, trouble, unhinge

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