The important thing was that he had provided a distraction.
Those who do play say the game provides a distraction from daily life.
If this thing comes down anywhere near, it'll provide a distraction!
He sort of hoped one would, as it might provide a good distraction.
"If we can provide a distraction for them, we're happy."
Aware that my eye had followed his, he provided a distraction.
For a little while, at least, they provided distraction from another hazy day.
You can check any machinery in sight and provide a distraction if one is needed.
They would have to provide a distraction and quickly.
He let silence sit between us for several minutes, the sweet wind providing enough distraction.