turn a blind eye
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English Dictionaryturn a blind eye (to something)to deliberately ignore something that you know should not be happening
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Idiomsturn a blind eyeturn a blind eye (to (something))to ignore something.
Sometimes a store might sell stolen goods because the owner has turned a blind eye to where they come from.to choose to ignore behaviour that you know is wrong. I knew Kenny was taking the money but I turned a blind eye because he was my sister's child. Management often turn a blind eye to bullying in the workplace. (often +
to)
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turn a blind eye v. phr. To pretend not to see; not pay attention.
The corrupt police chief turned a blind eye to the open gambling in the town. Bob turned a blind eye to the "No Fishing" sign. Compare: CLOSE ONE'S EYES.
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