overlook
verb (used with object)
to fail to notice, perceive, or consider.
am overlooking
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present progressiveof overlook (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Is there some scenario or financial planning trick I am overlooking here that could make this new job work?
From Slate ● Aug. 1, 2023
She said I am overlooking the fact that “all parents want their children to form friendships, do well in school and succeed academically.”
From Washington Post ● Sep. 19, 2021
Is there a middle ground that I am overlooking?
From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2020
Unless I am overlooking something, this seems like a simple idea that has minimal downside and an important upside.
From New York Times ● Jan. 9, 2018
But I am taking your distinguished record into account; I am overlooking your insubordination and the folly of your reasoning.
From The Finding of Haldgren by Diffin, Charles Willard
