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Would it sound awkward if I say "drag" instead of "attract" in this sentence?

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Rebecca

Yes, it would sound awkward if you said "drag" instead of "attract" since "drag" implies physically pulling something, or at least the physical presence of something or someone. However, you could use "draw" instead of "attract" here. Ex: I dragged the boxes upstairs by myself. Ex: I think these outfits will draw a lot of attention. = I think these outfits will attract a lot of attention. Ex: How do we enter the building without drawing attention?

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