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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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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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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Recent Examples of neglecting
John Ramos, CBS News, 9 June 2026
On Tuesday, while the spotlight unfortunately found outfielder Jo Adell when a home run bounced off his head, the Angels attracted little attention for the fundamental mistakes of neglecting to cover third base on one play and second base on another.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
But the first-grade teacher has never been charged with abusing, abandoning or neglecting them.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026
Crichton goes to a lot of effort to give plausible explanation to the harvesting and recombination of dinosaur DNA, and the mistakes that the involved human beings make are ones of ego, greed, and—more or less—neglecting to double-check their homework before turning it in.
—Ian MacKenzie, Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
The organizations that struggle will be the ones that chase technical sophistication while neglecting the people who apply it.
—Usman Shuja, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Keep the peace without neglecting yourself.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
However, some argue that neglecting the issue creates an even larger vulnerability.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Authorities accused her of abusing and neglecting Noel.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Verb
The most common problems are neglecting to sign the envelope or voting for more than one person in a race.
—John Ramos, CBS News, 9 June 2026
On Tuesday, while the spotlight unfortunately found outfielder Jo Adell when a home run bounced off his head, the Angels attracted little attention for the fundamental mistakes of neglecting to cover third base on one play and second base on another.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
But the first-grade teacher has never been charged with abusing, abandoning or neglecting them.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026
Crichton goes to a lot of effort to give plausible explanation to the harvesting and recombination of dinosaur DNA, and the mistakes that the involved human beings make are ones of ego, greed, and—more or less—neglecting to double-check their homework before turning it in.
—Ian MacKenzie, Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
The organizations that struggle will be the ones that chase technical sophistication while neglecting the people who apply it.
—Usman Shuja, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Keep the peace without neglecting yourself.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
However, some argue that neglecting the issue creates an even larger vulnerability.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Authorities accused her of abusing and neglecting Noel.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neglecting
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While not every nursing home fosters a neglectful or abusive environment, these conditions can thrive at facilities that are understaffed.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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To do otherwise is neglectful and selfish.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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So the notion of Moreau ignoring his family’s wishes and flying to Los Angeles to see his Devils isn’t novel.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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The city of Aledo is considering ordinances targeting e-bikes and golf carts following numerous complaints from residents that riders are ignoring traffic rules, running stop signs and disregarding pedestrians on sidewalks.—
Mary Ella Hastings
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Even remakes and adaptations of centuries-old novels are kept away from prying eyes, forgetting that everybody can look up the ending of every story ever told on Wikipedia.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
9 June 2026
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The problem with ‘unforgiveness’ Forgiveness is not about excusing harm or forgetting it.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Alejandro Moreno, the president of the PRI party that ruled Mexico for decades, criticized Sheinbaum’s administration for failing to protect local politicians.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Eldridge homered for a third straight game, the latest being his fifth home run of the season, but San Francisco fell 5-1 to the Chicago Cubs on Friday evening at Oracle Park, the latest instance of this team failing to carry the momentum from a momentous moment.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Who would be so careless to leave such a mess behind?—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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He had been charged with far-less severe counts of misdemeanor careless boating after the original Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission investigation ended in August 2023.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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For a vegan and dairy-free pesto, follow the process above, just omitting the cheese.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 June 2026
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Public companies are prohibited by law from misrepresenting or omitting information to investors, which could amount to securities fraud.—
Jack Ewing,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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The lazy writing doesn’t end there.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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Rise up in the biggest moments, not on a lazy Tuesday night in Columbus.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Fong’s amendment would excuse companies from liability for damages to people or property by their drivers, except in cases where the company is grossly negligent or guilty of criminal wrongdoing.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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Facing the jury, Srebnick repeated that the crash was a tragedy — and was not caused by reckless or culpably negligent behavior.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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“Neglecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neglecting. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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