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shortsightedness

NOUN
improvidence
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To his credit, Allen was aware of the limitations of his perspective, noting that “the passage of time will reveal the shortsightedness of many of my judgments and interpretations.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

Cruelty isn’t constant or predictable; it’s more often caused by shortsightedness.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 4, 2026

It was shortsightedness in a way we may not fully appreciate for years.

From Slate Jan. 22, 2025

Demolition crews carried away the last of the century-old hotel in late summer, leaving a void across from Pennsylvania Station that reflects either progress or shortsightedness.

From Seattle Times Jan. 1, 2024

Look, no matter where you live, the biggest defect we human beings have is our shortsightedness.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom




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