大目に見る

おおめにみる

to overlook (a mistake, fault, etc.); to tolerate; to let pass; to give someone a break

Also written 大目にみる

Meaning

expv1
to overlook (a mistake, fault, etc.); to tolerate; to let pass; to give someone a break; to let someone off lightly; to be lenient; to be forgiving

Example sentences

私は抗議もしないでそのことを大目にみることができない。

I cannot pass the matter by without making a protest.
私はいたずらな子供を大目に見る事ができない。

I cannot be tolerant of naughty children.
私にはどうしても、彼の無礼な振る舞いを大目に見ることはできない。

I just can't overlook his rude behavior.