turn a blind eye

ریشه

Originates from the story of Admiral Horatio Nelson, who allegedly held his telescope to his blind eye, thus ensuring he could not see a signal from his superior telling him to discontinue the battle.

مثال

• The authorities often turn a blind eye to illegal street vending.
• I can't just turn a blind eye to your mistakes.
• She turned a blind eye when her roommate brought the dog into the no-pets apartment.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Turn a blind eye to corruption Turn a blind eye to injustice