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What does to turn a blind eye on something mean?
What does to turn a blind eye on something mean?
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It’s an expression and it means that you’re pretending not to notice something or to ignore something that you know is wrong.
For example: “Kate was using a cheat sheet during her math exam, but her best friend turned a blind eye.”
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to choose to ignore.
to act as if you don't see something, because it is easier that way.
"He turned a blind eye to the dishes in the sink. Maybe someone else will wash them."
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