overlook it
[/ˌoʊvərˈlʊk ɪt/]
verb phrase
ignorar isso, deixar passar, não dar importância
1. To deliberately ignore or fail to notice something; to disregard or forgive a fault or mistake
I will overlook it this time, but don't let it happen again.
Vou ignorar isso desta vez, mas não deixe acontecer novamente.
2. To fail to see or observe something
It's easy to overlook it if you're not paying close attention.
É fácil deixar passar se você não estiver prestando atenção.
3. To forgive or excuse something
We decided to overlook it and move forward.
Decidimos deixar para lá e seguir em frente.
In Brazilian culture, 'overlook it' reflects a pragmatic and often forgiving approach to minor infractions or mistakes. It's commonly used in both professional and personal contexts to maintain harmony and avoid unnecessary conflict. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in workplace settings to indicate managerial leniency or personal forgiveness.
NYC Slang
fuggedaboutit, let it go, brush it off
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