bury one's head in the sand
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Визначення та Значення "[bury|have] {one's} head in the sand"

to bury one's head in the sand
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to intentionally ignore unpleasant facts about a situation and hope that the situation improves by doing so
to [bury|have] {one's} head in the sand definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "bury one's head in the sand" and when to use it?

The idiom "bury one's head in the sand" is often associated with the myth that ostriches bury their heads in the sand when they are confronted with danger. This, however, is not true; ostriches do not exhibit this behavior. The idiom likely originated from this misconception and has been used metaphorically to describe people who ignore or deny problems, unpleasant facts, or dangers instead of confronting them. This expression is used to criticize individuals or groups who refuse to acknowledge or address issues, challenges, or threats that are apparent to others. It implies a willful act of avoiding reality or pretending that problems do not exist. The idiom often carries a negative connotation, suggesting that such avoidance can lead to negative consequences or exacerbate existing problems.

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She had her head in the sand when it came to her health, refusing to see a doctor even though she felt unwell.
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