neglect plans
[nɪˈɡlekt plænz]
verb phrase
negligenciar planos / abandonar planos
1. to fail to give proper attention or care to plans; to leave plans unattended or undeveloped
The project manager warned that we cannot neglect plans for the upcoming expansion.
O gerente do projeto alertou que não podemos negligenciar os planos para a expansão futura.
2. to disregard or ignore planned activities or strategies
If you neglect plans for your retirement, you may face financial difficulties later.
Se você negligenciar os planos para sua aposentadoria, poderá enfrentar dificuldades financeiras depois.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian business contexts to describe the failure to maintain focus on organizational or personal strategic goals. In Brazil, it often carries a connotation of irresponsibility, while in the US it may be used more neutrally to describe resource allocation decisions.
NYC Slang
blow off your plans / brush off your plans
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