The idiom "fall through the net" likely originates from the imagery of a safety net or mesh designed to catch and prevent things from escaping. When used, it typically refers to a situation where someone or something goes unnoticed or is overlooked, often in the context of a system, plan, or organization. It suggests a failure in the intended mechanism, allowing an undesirable outcome or oversight to occur. This expression is commonly employed to highlight instances where individuals or issues slip past the attention or control of someone or something that was supposed to provide security or oversight.

What is the origin of the idiom "slip through the cracks" and when to use it?

Definice a význam slova „ slip through the net“ v angličtině

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