overlooked

Example Sentences

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“If a story is told well, if its history seems consistent, then the machinations putting it into place can be temporarily overlooked or turned into a fun story of their own,” Gordon said.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Joao Pedro was overlooked by Brazil despite scoring 20 goals in all competitions in his first season at Chelsea.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

BNP Paribas wasn’t surprised the market overlooked the weaker-than-expected guidance, however.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

This show collects art from the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s in the first display to examine that overlooked facet of her creative mind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

I never should have followed them up to the floor his office overlooked.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros