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adjective

Definition of neglectingnext
as in neglectful
failing to give proper care and attention our chronically neglecting custodian has let trash accumulate around the warehouse

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neglecting

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verb

present participle of neglect
1
as in ignoring
to fail to give proper attention to as usual the news media neglected the real issues of the campaign and focused on personalities

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2
as in forgetting
to leave undone or unattended to especially through carelessness I've neglected my garden, and now it's overgrown with weeds

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as in failing
to miss the opportunity or obligation conveniently, the job applicant neglected to mention his criminal record

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“Neglecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neglecting. Accessed 6 Feb. 2023.

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