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synonym Comparative
見逃す
VS
活路

Differences Between "見逃す" and "活路"

Option A
見逃す
Meaning
to miss (an opportunity, a broadcast), to overlook, to let escape
Reading
みのがす (minogasu)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
楽しみにしていたテレビ番組を見逃してしまった。
I missed the TV program I was looking forward to.
Option B
活路
Meaning
means of escape, way out, way to survive/revive
Reading
かつろ (katsuro)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
絶体絶命の状況で活路を見出す。
To find a way out in a desperate situation.

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Which word fits this context: "(to miss (an opportunity, a broadcast), to overlook, to let escape)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 見逃す: チャンスや放送を見られなかったり、犯人などを逃がしてしまったりする意味で使われます。意図せず機会を逃すニュアンスが強いです。
- 活路: Refers to a way or means to survive a difficult situation, overcome a crisis, or find a solution to a seemingly hopeless problem. (困難な状況を打開し、生き残るための道筋や方法。)
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