not look beyond the end of one's nose

== English == === Alternative forms === === Pronunciation === === Verb === see past the end of one's nose (third-person singular simple present sees past the end of one's nose, present participle seeing past the end of one's nose, simple past saw past the end of one's nose, past participle seen past the end of one's nose) (idiomatic, chiefly in the negative) To have insight into underlying facts or consequences; to possess common sense or a vision for the future. ==== Usage notes ==== Usually used in negative constructions, to indicate that someone lacks insight or common sense. In all forms of this expression, sometimes own is placed before nose. ==== Translations ====