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.
業主疏忽了這棟建築,導致它年久失修。
to not pay enough attention to something
He began to neglect his work after the promotion.
晉升後,他開始忽視自己的工作。
to forget or fail to do something you should do
She neglected to lock the door before leaving.
她離開前忘記鎖門了。
lack of care or attention
The neglect of the garden led to many plants dying.
對花園的疏忽導致許多植物死亡。