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Fall by the wayside

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Unexpected NeglectPlay
This phrase often suggests something is unintentionally forgotten amid other concerns. SlideHis personal projects fell by the wayside when work became too demanding.
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Subtle DisappointmentPlay
It implies a sense of disappointment or failure without directly stating it. SlideHer dreams of being a dancer fell by the wayside as years passed.
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Contextual UsagePlay
Often used in conversations about goals, plans, and ambitions that have been abandoned. SlideMany reforms fall by the wayside due to political resistance.