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Inattention

/ˌɪnəˈtɛntʃən/
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(noun) Lack of attention, or failure to pay attention

Slight inattention can cause a great disaster.
Most car accidents occur due to the inattention of the driver.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The car accident was caused by the driver's brief ____ to the road while he was eating.

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