絶好のチャンスを逃さないように、しっかりと準備をしておく。
Prepare thoroughly so as not to miss a golden opportunity.
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I missed a precious opportunity.
彼は惜しくも優勝を逃し、無念そうな表情を浮かべた。
He narrowly missed the championship and had a look of regret on his face.
終電を逃して、結局家まで歩いて帰る羽目になった。
I missed the last train and ended up having to walk home.
千載一遇の好機を逃さないよう、準備を怠らないことが大切だ。
It is important not to neglect preparation so as not to miss a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
ラストのチャンスを逃した。
I missed the last chance.
絶好のチャンスを逃した。
He missed a superb opportunity.
彼は目先の利益に囚われて、大きなチャンスを逃した。
He was caught up in immediate profit and missed a big opportunity.
飲み会が長引いて、終電を逃してしまった。
The drinking party dragged on, and I missed the last train.
彼は一打逆転のチャンスを逃さなかった。
He didn't miss the chance for a comeback hit.
Usage Notes
Often used for missing abstract things like opportunities or chances, or letting a prisoner/prey escape.
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