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Idiom: Fall Between The Cracks

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To wind up in an unexpected situation which is, inadvertently, invisible to or not handled by whatever process one had hoped to be subject to; to be overlooked.

Example Sentences

1
With so many new regulations, some individuals may fall between the cracks and not receive the benefits they are entitled to.
2
The student's poor attendance caused her to fall between the cracks and miss out on important information.
3
Because of the bureaucratic red tape, some of the most vulnerable citizens often fall between the cracks of the healthcare system.
4
Despite his exceptional talent, the singer's unique style caused him to fall between the cracks of mainstream music.
5
The company's flawed hiring process allows some exceptional candidates to fall between the cracks.

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