Etwas außer Acht lassen
Example: Man sollte bei der Planung nichts Wichtiges außer Acht lassen.
Definition
"etwas außer Acht lassen" means to overlook or ignore something important, failing to consider it when making decisions or plans. For example, in the phrase 'Man sollte bei der Planung nichts Wichtiges außer Acht lassen,' it emphasizes the importance of not disregarding crucial aspects during planning.
Etymology
The phrase "etwas außer Acht lassen" comes from German, where 'außer Acht' literally means 'outside of attention' or 'beyond consideration.' The verb 'lassen' means 'to let' or 'to leave.' Together, they convey the idea of leaving something out of consideration. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used to remind people not to neglect important details.
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