neglected matter
[nɪˈɡlɛktɪd ˈmætər]
noun phrasepl: neglected matters
assunto negligenciado
1. A subject, issue, or problem that has been ignored, overlooked, or not given proper attention
The maintenance of the building was a neglected matter that finally required urgent repairs.
A manutenção do edifício era um assunto negligenciado que finalmente exigiu reparos urgentes.
2. Something in law or business that has not been properly addressed or handled
The neglected matter of employee benefits was brought before the board meeting.
O assunto negligenciado dos benefícios dos funcionários foi levado à reunião do conselho.
3. A case, task, or responsibility that has been abandoned or left unattended
The neglected matter of infrastructure development became a campaign issue.
O assunto negligenciado do desenvolvimento de infraestrutura tornou-se uma questão de campanha.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, this phrase is commonly used in business, legal, and political discussions to highlight systemic failures or administrative oversight. In Brazil, it often refers to public infrastructure or social issues that have been ignored by authorities. In the USA, it's frequently used in corporate and policy contexts to call attention to unresolved problems.
NYC Slang
forgotten about thing / that thing nobody's paying attention to
Related Idioms & Phrases
sweep something under the rug
turn a blind eye
leave something to gather dust
put something on the back burner
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