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Discover LudwigThe phrase "by neglect" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where something is overlooked or not attended to, often leading to negative consequences.
Example: "The garden fell into disrepair by neglect, with weeds overtaking the flower beds."
Alternatives: "due to oversight" or "through inattention."
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"It can be altered by neglect.
That's called "demolition by neglect".
It's like displacement by neglect".
"It's demolition by neglect," she added.
Still others face death by neglect.
"It was demolition by neglect," Mayor Tome said.
"Much has been destroyed not by abuse, but by neglect.
Many more were affected by neglect, family conflict and maltreatment.
Throughout his career Southern was stymied by neglect and rejection.
Some buildings, even historic landmarks, are demolished by neglect.
Demolition by neglect is the term of art.
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