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see past the end of one's nose

idiom
Meaning

To have insight into underlying facts or consequences; to possess common sense or a vision for the future.


Examples
SIMPLE

He cannot see past the end of his nose regarding his future.

CONTEXTUAL

If you only focus on today's profits, you fail to see past the end of your nose.

COMPLEX

The politician's inability to see past the end of his nose caused him to ignore the long-term consequences of his policies.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    abound in one's own sense

    To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.

  2. 02

    ace up one's sleeve

    A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.

  3. 03

    act one's age

    To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.

  4. 04

    act one's age, not one's shoe size

    Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).

  5. 05

    afraid of one's own shadow

    Exceptionally timid.

  6. 06

    air one's dirty laundry in public

    To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.

  7. 07

    air one's dirty linen in public

    Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.

  8. 08

    albatross around one's neck

    A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

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