Gene Tierney

In the months leading up to World War II, there was a tendency among many Americans to talk absently about the trouble in Europe. Nothing that happened an ocean away seemed very threatening.

American Actress

Used when someone isn't paying full attention to their current activity or surroundings.

Lack of Focus

Describes an action done without conscious control or intention, often habitual.

Unintentional Action

Conveys a mild, non-intense emotion, not strong detachment or aloofness.

Absently