Meaning of the word overlook in English

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overlook

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlʊk/

UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈlʊk/

fail to notice (something)

Example:

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I think you may have overlooked a key detail in the report.

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It's easy to overlook small errors when you're rushing.

Synonym:

have a view of (something) from above

Example:

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The hotel room overlooks the ocean.

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The castle is situated on a hill overlooking the town.

Synonym:

command a view of look out over look down on dominate

permit (someone) to do something wrong without being punished

Example:

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The teacher decided to overlook his tardiness this one time.

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We cannot simply overlook such serious misconduct.

Synonym:

condone excuse forgive pardon let pass turn a blind eye to

a place from which a person can look down on a wide area

Example:

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We stopped at the overlook to admire the valley.

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The scenic overlook offers breathtaking views of the mountains.

Synonym:

viewpoint vista panorama outlook

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