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The manager didn’t take into account the long-term consequences of their decision.

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The manager didn’t take into account the long-term consequences of their decision.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should always consider the long-term effects of your decisions.

Describing Habits

Unfortunately, the manager often overlooks the future implications of their choices.

Asking About Others

Did the team assess the long-term impact before making that decision?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If the manager had considered the long-term consequences, the outcome might have been different.

Rephrased versions

Formal

The manager failed to account for the long-term ramifications of their decision.

Casual

The manager didn't think about what would happen in the long run.

Simpler English

The manager didn't plan for the future after making that choice.

Phrases to learn

take into account

To consider something when making a decision.

long-term consequences

The effects or results that happen far into the future.