1
as in forgets
to fail to give proper attention to
ignoring your health now will haunt you further down the road
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2
as in forgives
to dismiss as of little importance
although the movie is a cinematic tour de force, one can't ignore the fact that it seriously distorts history
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Recent Examples of ignores
There is an attitude among many in the legislature that children under five belong at home with mom, which ignores the economic reality facing Idaho families.
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Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
Far too often, housing analysis ignores job creation.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Impulsive action bypasses deliberation, ignores consequences and risks entangling our nation in conflicts without an exit strategy.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
And so this notion that representation does not matter ignores history.
—CBS News, 4 May 2026
Louisiana state officials argue that allowing the drug to be dispensed through the mail ignores the threat of complications from mifepristone, such as sepsis and hemorrhaging.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 4 May 2026
The suggestion that a single day of civic action meaningfully undermines academic progress ignores the broader challenges students and educators face every day — challenges that often require advocacy to address.
—Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
The report ignores antisemitism, said longtime resident Alan Brownstein.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 29 Apr. 2026
The notion that Related is a rapacious developer being handed a giveaway ignores the history.
—Peter Peyser, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
Far too often, housing analysis ignores job creation.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Impulsive action bypasses deliberation, ignores consequences and risks entangling our nation in conflicts without an exit strategy.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
And so this notion that representation does not matter ignores history.
—CBS News, 4 May 2026
Louisiana state officials argue that allowing the drug to be dispensed through the mail ignores the threat of complications from mifepristone, such as sepsis and hemorrhaging.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 4 May 2026
The suggestion that a single day of civic action meaningfully undermines academic progress ignores the broader challenges students and educators face every day — challenges that often require advocacy to address.
—Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
The report ignores antisemitism, said longtime resident Alan Brownstein.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 29 Apr. 2026
The notion that Related is a rapacious developer being handed a giveaway ignores the history.
—Peter Peyser, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ignores
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When Charlie accidentally concusses himself and forgets their whole night together, Nora enlists the help of best friend and party animal Hailey to painstakingly recreate the same bash, beat by unhinged beat, to win him over again.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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The Datai Langkawi—despite its obvious opulence—never forgets that mother nature is its main draw.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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And a state that neglects a part of its own body cannot prosper.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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In a review that gave the movie three stars out of four, USA Today's Melissa Ruggieri praised Jaafar's performance while noting that the movie neglects to explore the more controversial aspects of the singer's life.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The oceanfront pool gets busy by day, and the motel is best known for Lemon Bar, which overlooks the pool and beach and is a favorite among locals.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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The window next to my desk overlooks the gym’s large communal exercise room, and throughout the day, I am taunted by the sight of gyrating bodies panting through a Zumba class or a kettlebell set.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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Who covets the Panama Canal, seeks to turn this international waterway — meant to remain permanently neutral — into its own territory, and disregards the sovereignty of regional countries?—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Helmed by Executive Chef Elly Wentworth (a one-to-watch having shimmied over from stalwart restaurant, the Angel in Dartmouth), Fowlescombe’s kitchen disregards old-world hotel dining with its stiff formalities, along with the frothy alchemy of the Michelin set.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Aubrey explains that discussing difficult topics openly has become a central part of the podcast’s purpose, particularly when those topics are often avoided in everyday conversation.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Advertisement Travers explains that this has consequences for the whole of British politics, as its parliamentary system is not designed to host a wide range of parties.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
8 May 2026
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But dermatologists say that framing misses the bigger picture.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
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Levi’s Levi’s never misses with its sales.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
4 May 2026
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That’s an acute disconnect for early-career filmmakers weighing whether the traditional path justifies the cost and risk.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
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But none of this justifies standing still.—
Peter S. Hendricks,
STAT,
6 May 2026
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“Ignores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ignores. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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