to ignore something knowingly · to pretend not to notice
This expression is perfect for those times when you see something happening, maybe a minor rule-breaking or an awkward situation, but you choose to pretend you didn't notice it. 👀 It's like, "Nope, didn't see a thing!" when you totally did. 😂 It's often used when you prefer to avoid confrontation or trouble!
💡 **Fun Fact!** This idiom comes from Admiral Horatio Nelson, who, during a battle, held a telescope to his blind eye, claiming he couldn't see a signal to retreat! 🏴☠️ So, when you 'turn a blind eye,' you're intentionally ignoring something, often to avoid confrontation or trouble. Just be careful not to turn a blind eye to serious issues! 😉
When would you most appropriately use 'to turn a blind eye'? A. 🗣️ When you want to confront someone about their mistake. B. 🤫 When you see a coworker taking an extra cookie, but you don't want to cause a fuss. C. 🧐 When you are meticulously reviewing a detailed report.