overlook

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to see a mistake but decide to ignore it or not punish the person.

v. to deliberately ignore a minor offence or error rather than providing censure.

日本語:見逃す※

“The teacher decided to overlook his lateness because it was his first time.”

“While the manager was willing to overlook a single instance of tardiness, she could not ignore a consistent pattern of unprofessional behaviour.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to be in a high place that looks down over something else.

v. to provide a view from a higher physical position.

日本語:見下ろす※

“Our hotel room overlooks the beautiful blue ocean.”

“The penthouse apartment overlooks the entire city skyline, offering residents an unobstructed view of the sunset every evening.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun American English

n. a high place where people can stop to look at a view.

n. a designated place or high point that affords a wide view of the landscape below.

“We stopped at the mountain overlook to take some photos of the valley.”

“The hiking trail culminates at a rocky overlook where visitors can observe the confluence of the two rivers.”

C1 · Advanced Archaic

v. to watch over or manage a piece of work.

v. to supervise or oversee a task or group of people.

“In the old story, the master stayed to overlook the building of the ship.”

“The foreman was appointed to overlook the masonry work, ensuring that every stone was laid according to the architect's specific instructions.”