willful blindness
- The intentional choice to avoid learning about wrongdoing, despite having suspicions, or being aware of a high likelihood of its occurrence, like drug trading taking place on one's property
- The landlord was convicted due to willful blindness as he did not investigate the suspicious activities going on in his property.
- Willful blindness played a role in her case, as she ignored the potential illegal actions of her spouse.
- The company's board was accused of willful blindness by not looking into allegations of financial misconduct.
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