neglect
Example Sentences
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If through sharing my story I could start the process of rebuilding what we lost, then passing on that opportunity would be neglecting my responsibilities as a husband and father.
From Los Angeles Times
Some neglected space he could pay attention to.
From Literature
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An extensive “Slavery Timeline” neglected to mention the Civil War.
Within the social-media conversation around neglected labor and delivery bills, misinformation thrives.
From MarketWatch
Ukrainian officials, though, say Russia is dangerously neglecting the site and say a repeat of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster is a real threat.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.