Sentences with phrase «seen as a distraction»

Couldn't buying a car dealership have been seen as a distraction?

Office gossip may largely be seen as a distraction which causes both productivity and morale to take a hit.

If the FTAAP is seen as a distraction from ongoing efforts to conclude TPP discussions, this could reduce momentum towards achieving a 21st century trade agreement.

He said Victoria Pale Lager was seen as a distraction by the company.

But will the Tyne and Wear side see this as a distraction to their bigger goals?

At best, it's seen as a distraction — the modern equivalent of bread and circuses — and at worst as a cover for spending cuts.

Some may see this as a distraction since the film doesn't simply continue without input from the viewer, but given the myriad of auditory choices, I like the fact the disc's producers don't just assume what version you'll prefer.

«Until recently, social - emotional learning was often placed on the sidelines and seen as a distraction from academics,» said author Hanna Melnick.

And yet, despite the power and presence of smartphones in our everyday lives, many teachers still see them as distractions.

I see it as a distraction.

So we get asked all the time, but we see it as a distraction.

Minimalist artists rejected the notion of the artwork as a unique creation reflecting the personal expression of a gifted individual, seeing this as a distraction from the art object itself.

Many of us are now accustomed to video chatting over Skype or using FaceTime as a way to communicate, but will this be widely adopted in gaming or will it be seen as a distraction?

The ethereum founder has always been uninterested in price, which he sees as a distraction to developing the protocol, but his «meta April Fool's» proposal to cap ETH's total token issuance at 120 million could be interpreted as a measure to reassure jittery investors.

Your employment looks inconsistent, with gaps or lots of short - term roles and you want to play down any work history that could be seen as distraction.

Rights are seen as a distraction from the real task on which the government is focused.

«Until recently, social - emotional learning was often placed on the sidelines and seen as a distraction from academics,» said author Hanna Melnick.

«But it also requires a dedicated MLS to make sure all these data streams work together and feed up information in a useful way that home buyers will actually enjoy interacting with, rather than seeing it as a distraction.»

Not exact matches

However, rather than being a distraction, having strong relationships is actually seen as a good thing.

But notably, the long - betting investors in this space see today's numismatic delirium as a distraction.

When Donald Trump was seen by many in the media as a side - show with no real chance of becoming president, his behavior on Twitter (twtr) was an amusing distraction.

«We don't see this is as a distraction [from Otto.]

Tesla offered to buy SolarCity last week for $ 2.8 billion, causing confusion and criticism from some TESLA shareholders who saw the offer as a distraction from their core business.

Some may view it as a distraction, and thanks to the popularity of Sunday league football and televised Sunday games, football can also be seen as a competitor.

As Lynne (wife) and I have watched this, it has been extremely painful for us to see this controversy continue to be a distraction that is hindering our Elders and church staff, as well as the WCA (Willow Creek Association) staff, from carrying out the work of these fantastic ministries.&raquAs Lynne (wife) and I have watched this, it has been extremely painful for us to see this controversy continue to be a distraction that is hindering our Elders and church staff, as well as the WCA (Willow Creek Association) staff, from carrying out the work of these fantastic ministries.&raquas well as the WCA (Willow Creek Association) staff, from carrying out the work of these fantastic ministries.&raquas the WCA (Willow Creek Association) staff, from carrying out the work of these fantastic ministries.»

Personally i think those specific prayers are a distraction most of the times we pray these prayers because its what we think we need and often thats not the case.The better way is to just trust the holy spirit let him lead i think we miss the awesomeness of doing it Gods way its easy not difficult.The struggle is difficult when we are walking by the flesh and trying to do it our way.When i got to the point where i said to the God i am not going to do it my way anymore and i submit to you because know whats best for me.Change me and when i feel the wrong desires or temptation to walk by the flesh i just say Lord you know i am weak and i can not live a christian life without you help me.As soon as i do that it is effortless theres no struggle thats how we should grow.I am excited with what God is doing in my life he has opened his word i am seeing the fruit of his life impacting mine and i am changing day by day.I am walking by faith and not slipping back into my old desires i know what it means to be an overcomer sin does not have dominion over me anymore.In myself i can not boast because it is the power of God at work in my life and i give all the praise back to God.brentnz

That if that's their calling of the Lord than should be on salary but a moderate salary not a salary that makes them rich but of a modest lifestyle sure if they have a family living in a home that meets their needs and these millionaire status like cars where your above the people Jesus lived a very conservative life for a reason so that he was not a distraction too his assignment of preach the Gospel being a good example and staying away from any appearance of filthy lucre as we see displayed today as he he who preaches the Gospel if they have no other charge from the Lord than they should live of the Gospel

Some people find no reason or purpose in dreams and see no need to give dreams any thought, as their life is perfectly fine without the distraction.

But I see people in suits on easter letting their kids (in mini-suits) run around and generally cause distraction just as much as the ones in jeans.

As well as the growing injury list, the main worry is that we would fall just short but finish above Dinamo Zagreb and drop into the Europa League and most Arsenal fans see that as a distraction that we could really do withouAs well as the growing injury list, the main worry is that we would fall just short but finish above Dinamo Zagreb and drop into the Europa League and most Arsenal fans see that as a distraction that we could really do withouas the growing injury list, the main worry is that we would fall just short but finish above Dinamo Zagreb and drop into the Europa League and most Arsenal fans see that as a distraction that we could really do withouas a distraction that we could really do without.

It remans to be seen whether or not that happens, but it's another unwanted distraction for Milan as they continue to attempt to push their way up the Serie A table after a disappointing start to the campaign despite heavy investment over the summer.

As synical as it sounds, it's quite refreshing seeing another team have an injury crisis for once — a distraction from our owAs synical as it sounds, it's quite refreshing seeing another team have an injury crisis for once — a distraction from our owas it sounds, it's quite refreshing seeing another team have an injury crisis for once — a distraction from our own.

It remains to be seen what the outcome of the situation is, as Zamparini will be desperate to avoid further distractions as his side continue to fight to avoid being dragged into a relegation battle this season.

I choose to see it as parents sending their undoubtedly talented kid to stay with a relative to cut out distractions and complacency that comes with his farmiliar home environment and get some focus.

Suarez may never come now as Liverpool is on our heels and with Champions league distraction i see no reason Liverpool can't overtake us.Only Wenger knows the secret in Giroud which all of us don't see.

Palace can not seem to buy a win in the league at the moment and as a result, the FA Cup Quarter Final clash against Reading at the Madejski Stadium on Friday night could be seen as a welcome distraction for the Eagles.

There's still a Serie A title to be won, as well as a Coppa Italia final to be played next Wednesday against Lazio, and it would be a shame if the distraction of a Champions League final seen the club falter in other competitions.

With Manchester United tackling an in - form West Ham this weekend but having also the distraction of a UEFA Champions League Last - 8 tie with Chelsea on Wednesday, Arsenal could be primed and ready to capitalise on a favourable weekend schedule which sees both their title - rivals, Chelsea and United, make awkward trips to Stoke and West Ham respectively as they toy with Blackburn Rovers at the Emirates.

Everton, who have the added distraction of a Europa League campaign (provided they are not outwitted by eastern European opposition in the third qualifying round) have already invested heavily and can thank a «buy low sell high «transfer policy in the past which has seen big money roll in when selling players such as Fellaini and Stones, in addition to this year's probable transfers - out income.

Suffice it to say, the new mandate hasn't made anybody happy and has garnered plenty of vocal detractors (and rightly so), from US Lacrosse, the sport's national governing body (which, among other things, called the mandate «irresponsible» and premature), to coaches (who don't see the flimsy headband approved by FHSAA — what one longtime game official told The Times looked «more like a thick bandana» — as serving any purpose and no more than a «costly distraction to parents and the players»), to game officials (one told The Times that the only effect the headgear was having on the game was to cause delays because the headbands were prone to falling off) to the athletes themselves, who say all it does is get in the way of their goggles.

Make sure that you watch for sleepy signs (such as eye - rubbing, yawning, distraction, staring into space) and get her down for a nap when you see the FIRST signs.

I'm sure you already have a good & consistent bedtime routine and that your crib has no distractions as your baby does fall asleep on his own, so you are doing great and probably only need to fix one little thing to see the results of all your sleep training efforts.

Offer distractions such as singing, mobiles, or a rarely seen toy, preferably one that occupies both hands.

by taking the eldest to see the ambulances outside - or you may just want the first meeting to be as distraction - free as possible (for you as well as your toddler) Make your toddler the star of the first visit.

I've been saying all along that this current House waiver fight may only be a distraction as we near the 2015 CNR, where I'm certain we'll see yet more efforts to dismantle the gains of the HHFKA.

«We see that story and the insinuations contained in it as mere distraction and unnecessary misrepresentation aimed at creating division in the Federal Legislature.

Brown's closest ministerial ally, Ed Balls, said the email was a «damp squib» by a few disgruntled MPs and insisted that the cabinet was «absolutely united» behind Brown.But the number of cabinet voices emerging in support of Brown did not begin to rise to a chorus until early evening, among them two of the ministers tipped as possible successors to Brown — the home secretary, Alan Johnson, and the energy secretary, Ed Miliband, who said today's call by rebels would be seen as a «temporary distraction» from the job of fighting the Conservatives and laying out future plans for the country.

«There are important issues that need to be addressed without the distraction that these charges will bring,» Amedore said Monday evening ahead of conference at 8:30 p.m. «I don't see how it is possible that he can remain as leader.»

It is important to remember that the two countries come at this issue from completely different perspectives — for the UK, in addition to practical budgetary considerations, the contribution to the EU budget carries great symbolic resonance, while in Germany it is seen as an unwelcome distraction given the wider problems within the eurozone.

In addition to complicating Cuomo's campaign efforts — and the potential for a presidential run in 2020 that some political watchers see in his future — the trials could provide plenty of distractions as he and the state Legislature tackle a multi-billion budget deficit by the April 1 start of the new fiscal year.