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oblivious

IPA pronunciation: /əˈblɪv.i.əs/

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Russian meaning

Не замечающий, забывчивый

English definition

Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.

Example

Focused on typing, she was oblivious to the clock ticking down the final seconds.

Collocations

oblivious to surroundings
completely oblivious
remain oblivious

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