turn a blind eye

turn a blind eye  {v. phr.}
To pretend not to see; not pay attention.
The corrupt police chief turned a blind eye to the open gambling in the town.
Bob turned a blind eye to the "No Fishing" sign.
Compare: CLOSE ONE'S EYES.
Categories: verb
Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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