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I need everyone to pay attention.

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Sentence

Narrator

I need everyone to pay attention.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Instructions

Please, everyone, pay attention.

Expressing Frustration

I'm trying to explain this, but I need everyone to pay attention!

Classroom Setting

Alright class, I need everyone to pay attention to the board.

Meeting Context

Before we begin, I need everyone to pay attention to the agenda.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I require the undivided attention of everyone present.

Casual

Okay, people, listen up!

Simpler English

Everyone, listen.

Phrases to learn

pay attention

To focus one's mind on something.