overlooked

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Our findings suggest a profound, often overlooked, truth: Business may be more important than government in transforming the human condition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

What is overlooked, however, is that even temporary orders from the court can have lasting implications that are difficult, and in some cases impossible, to undo.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

The health and environmental arguments for these political positions have been argued to death, but Barrett says that the economic consequences of dirty air are often overlooked.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Despite the continued academic focus on low risk-adjusted returns and the incentive problems associated with active management, the value of skilled managers during times of high uncertainty should not be overlooked.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

“I’ve really been thinking about what you said. And I wanted to let you know I am so sorry I overlooked you.”

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson