to fall through the cracks
01
(of a person) to be completely ignored, usually in a system or process
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Idiom
Informal
Exempel
The intricate legal procedures sometimes cause deserving asylum seekers to fall through the cracks, facing deportation without proper consideration of their cases.
02
(of something, particularly issues) to be completely overlooked
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IdiomInformalExempel
The comprehensive safety protocols in the laboratory were designed to prevent accidents, but occasionally, minor safety concerns could fall through the cracks if not addressed promptly.
