neglected

adjective

ne·glect·ed ni-ˈglek-təd

Synonyms of neglected next

: not given proper or necessary care or attention

neglected children

a neglected subject

a sadly neglected garden

Examples of neglected in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Before taking a property through eminent domain, cities and housing authorities had to prove part of a neighborhood was blighted — but their evidence could be as scant as a neglected home or business. —

Louis Hansen, ProPublica, 11 Sep. 2023 There’s a lot of wealthy men that can help raise money to men’s health, which is very neglected. —

Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2023 Park and his crew ensure that there’s not a false or neglected detail, and shots with reflecting glass by DP Santiago Gonzalez nod to the great Edward Yang. —

Bonnie Johnson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2023 By repurposing neglected properties, developers can generate employment opportunities, attract new businesses and enhance the overall economic health of the surrounding community. —

Stephen Nalley, Forbes, 17 July 2023 Kindergarten teacher’s aide Lucy Hart, for whom the author’s books were a balm as a neglected child, competes to win the coveted prize. —

USA TODAY, 27 May 2023 Looking Backward Kelley and Meka pulled down the size limit of a progression-free set by a shocking amount by injecting neglected tools like sifting into traditional methods. —

Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 21 Mar. 2023 These opportunities have the potential to help people — especially those who remain neglected or entirely unserved by today’s health care system — maintain their health through proactive, holistic care, reducing the need for doctor and hospital visits. —

Ken Frazier, STAT, 7 Aug. 2022 Perkins also plans concerts with favorite and neglected gems by Bach, Telemann, Vivaldi, and others. —

James Bash | , oregonlive, 13 Mar. 2023 See More

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