CEFR B2

overlook

verb

Meaning

To fail to notice or consider something; to ignore something intentionally or unintentionally.

Examples

Please don't overlook the small details in the contract.
The judge had to overlook the defendant's previous offenses.

Synonyms: miss, ignore, disregard, neglect

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overlook (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərˈlʊk/

Definition

To fail to notice or consider something; to ignore something intentionally or unintentionally.

Examples

Please don't overlook the small details in the contract.
The judge had to overlook the defendant's previous offenses.
We can't overlook the potential risks involved in this investment.

How to Use overlook

overlook something (prepositional phrase): To fail to notice or consider something. — "We cannot overlook the fact that the project is behind schedule."
overlook [a place] (collocation): To have a view of a place from a higher position. — "The restaurant's terrace overlooks the river."

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