neglect
Example Sentences
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“Well, I am glad to see that the study of natural science is not neglected,” Mr. Whipple admitted.
From Literature
His Holiness also neglects St. Augustine’s definition in “The City of God” that peace is “the tranquility of order,” not just the absence of war.
The hosts were not neglecting their defensive work, typified by a thunderous James Botham tackle.
From BBC
In the UK causing unnecessary suffering to an animal or neglecting its welfare is a criminal offence.
From BBC
Lastly, don’t neglect basic estate planning: create/update your will, add beneficiaries to your stock/bank accounts and establish powers of attorney and health-care directives should you become incapacitated.
From MarketWatch
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
