The flashing lights caught my attention.

Meaning: This means that the bright light for a short time made the speaker notice it.

Choice of Words: Flashing means to shine brightly for a short time. Caught means to grab or capture something. Attention is the act of paying attention to something. When we put them together, the sentence means that the bright light for a short time made the speaker notice it.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Flashing lights bring joy to all.
• The vibrant colors caught everyone's attention.
• A rustling in the bushes caught their attention.
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• The soldiers clashed fiercely, swords flashing in the sunlight.
• The fox pounced, its claws flashing in the sunlight.
• She listened to the music with attention.
• Cats are independent and don't need much attention.
• The cat meowed loudly for attention.
• The audience listened in rapt attention.