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turn a blind eye

turn a blind eye

 
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turn
part of speech: phrase
definition: to ignore or tolerate behavior that is considered wrong, or that is against a rule or against the law.
She knew about her husband's dishonest dealings, but she turned a blind eye.There is a law against poaching in the area, but the authorities turn a blind eye to it.The teachers turned a blind eye to the bullying that was going on, although they were certainly aware of it.