Meaning of the word "turn a blind eye to" in English

What does "turn a blind eye to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

turn a blind eye to

US /tɜrn ə blaɪnd aɪ tu/
UK /tɜːn ə blaɪnd aɪ tuː/

Idiom

to intentionally ignore something that you know is wrong or illegal

Example:
The authorities often turn a blind eye to minor infractions.
We cannot simply turn a blind eye to the suffering of others.