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see the wood for the trees
Language:
en
1.
chiefly British English
widespread in other varieties
informal
idiomatic
To be unable to perceive the overall situation or main point because one is preoccupied with minor details.
2.
chiefly British English
widespread in other varieties
informal
idiomatic
To perceive the main point or overall situation despite the presence of distracting or numerous details.
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