get neglected

Frequency: 5.86.5 per million words

A more informal way to describe becoming neglected.

neglectedVERB + neglected (not given enough attention)

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Examples (10)

  • Old toys often get neglected when new ones arrive.
  • Without proper care, the garden will quickly get neglected.
  • He felt his ideas always get neglected in group discussions.
  • If you don't use that skill, it might get neglected.
  • Many historical buildings get neglected due to lack of funding.
  • She worries that her elderly neighbor will get neglected if no one checks on him.
  • His research project started to get neglected as other priorities emerged.
  • It's easy for personal health to get neglected during busy periods.
  • Unfortunately, the park had gotten neglected over the years.
  • Don't let your old friends get neglected just because you have new ones.