neglect
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/nɪˈɡlekt/
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/nɪˈɡlekt/
to not take care of someone or something
The owner neglected the building, and it fell into disrepair.
业主疏忽了这栋建筑,导致它年久失修。
to not pay enough attention to something
He began to neglect his work after the promotion.
晋升后,他开始忽视自己的工作。
to forget or fail to do something you should do
She neglected to lock the door before leaving.
她离开前忘记锁门了。
lack of care or attention
The neglect of the garden led to many plants dying.
对花园的疏忽导致许多植物死亡。