perdre de vue
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
verb phrase
a. to lose sight of
Il y avait beaucoup de monde au festival. J'ai rapidement perdu Sandra de vue.There were a lot of people at the festival. I quickly lost sight of Sandra.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to no longer have contact with)
a. to lose touch with
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Après le déménagement, Pavel a perdu de vue quelques copains.After the move, Pavel lost touch with a few friends.
3.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
(to give up)
a. to lose sight of
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
(figurative)
Mon entraîneur me pousse pour que je ne perde pas mon objectif de vue.My coach pushes me so that I don't lose sight of my goal.
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