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neglect

Pronunciation: [nɪˈɡlɛkt]

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Learn how to use neglect in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “care”

(verb) to not take care of something or someone that needs attention. If you neglect your homework, it means you are not doing it when you should.

Example

She always makes sure to water her plants, so they never get neglected.

Example

He neglected his chores and now the house is messy.

Example

Are you neglecting your responsibilities at school?

Context: “care”

(noun) the failure to take care of someone or something that needs help or attention. If a pet is not fed, it suffers from neglect.

Example

The animal shelter helps rescue pets from neglect.

Example

The garden fell into neglect because no one tended to it.

Example

What are some signs of neglect in pets?

How to pronounce neglect

Pronunciation: [nɪˈɡlɛkt]

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