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Influence & Involvement - Uninvolvement

Master English idioms regarding uninvolvement, like "have no business" and "on the sidelines".

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English idioms related to Influence & Involvement

to prevent trouble by trying not to become involved in something or draw attention to oneself

Ex: In a competitive job market , it 's essential keep your head down, work hard , and prove your skills to advance in your career .
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to try to stay away from trouble

Ex: The young student was always diligent in class , making an effort keep his nose clean by avoiding any form of cheating or misconduct .
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to decide to be no longer involved with something in any way

Ex: She wanted wash her hands of the contentious argument and avoid further involvement .
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to refuse to get involved with someone or something in any way

Ex: The political wanted no truck with corrupt politicians and was determined to bring about change .
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to only concern oneself with one's own private matters and not to interfere in those of others

Ex: I asked Laura what was wrong and she told me mind my own business.
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to refrain from interfering in someone else's private affairs

Ex: At the neighborhood block party , John tactfully told his neighbors mind their own beeswax when they offered unsolicited advice about his home renovation project .
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used to tell someone that it is not necessary for them to know about something and that they should stop questioning about it

Ex: At the office , Jane avoided discussing her personal life with her colleagues , firmly asserting that it none of their business.
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to have nothing to do with someone or something

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in a state where one notices something but refuses to get oneself involved in it

Ex: When the project faced challenges , Susan chose to step back and from the sidelines, allowing her team to brainstorm solutions .
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to avoid doing something by making excuses or being dishonest

Ex: When confronted with his overdue assignment , the student tried worm his way out of it by claiming his dog had eaten his homework .
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to not become involved with or go near someone or something

Ex: To prevent illness during flu season , it 's essential to practice good hygiene give sick individuals a wide berth.
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to do one's best to avoid someone or something completely

Ex: After the disastrous investment , the entrepreneur decided evade high-risk ventures like the plague.
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to finally manage to get rid of someone or something

Ex: She moved to a different city , so we 've seen the last of our noisy neighbor.
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to have no right to be in a certain place or do a certain thing

Ex: As an outsider , had no business meddling in the family 's personal matters and disagreements .
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to have no desire to get involved in something

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(of a person or thing) no longer involved or present in a situation or activity

Ex: The sudden policy change left many employees out of the picture, as their input was no longer valued .
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