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demonstrate neglect

[/ˈdɛmənstreɪt ˈnɛɡlɪkt/]
verb phrase
demonstrar negligência
1. to show or display a lack of proper care, attention, or responsibility toward someone or something
The company demonstrated neglect by failing to maintain safety standards in the factory.
A empresa demonstrou negligência ao não manter os padrões de segurança na fábrica.
2. to make evident through action or inaction that something or someone is not receiving adequate care
Parents who demonstrate neglect of their children may face legal consequences.
Pais que demonstram negligência com seus filhos podem enfrentar consequências legais.
Synonyms
show neglectdisplay negligenceexhibit carelessnessreveal inattentionmanifest indifference
Antonyms
demonstrate careshow diligencedisplay attentivenessexhibit responsibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar negligência
standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
mostrar falta de cuidado
alternative phrasing commonly used
Rio de Janeiro
demonstrar negligência
standard usage
Portugal
demonstrar negligência
standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn a blind eye
let something slide
drop the ball
miss the boat
fall short of expectations
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