blinkered

[US]/'blɪŋkəd/
[UK]/'blɪŋkɚd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. having a narrow-minded or limited outlook.

Example Sentences

And this was the fifties, the grayest, bleakest, most blinkered and culturally repressive period in the entire second half of the twentieth century, especially in small-town America.

He has a blinkered approach to problem-solving.

Her blinkered views prevent her from seeing the full picture.

The team's blinkered focus on one strategy led to their downfall.

Don't be so blinkered in your thinking, consider other perspectives.

His blinkered attitude towards change hinders progress.

The company's blinkered approach to innovation stifles creativity.

She was criticized for her blinkered interpretation of the data.

Their blinkered thinking limits their potential for growth.

The professor's blinkered teaching style alienates students.

The politician's blinkered policies have divided public opinion.

Real-world Examples

Did you just put your blinker on?

Source: Big Hero 6

When I need to turn, it's important to use your blinker, to use your blinker.

Source: Learn phrases and vocabulary with Vanessa.

Did you not see my blinker?

Source: Modern Family - Season 05

You got your blinker on, but...you haven't yet.

Source: Modern Family Season 6

He also wears blinkers to keep his attention on the road ahead.

Source: Victoria Kitchen

It is easy enough to criticise economists: too superior, too blinkered, too often wrong.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Put on blinker, check mirrors, watch jerk steal your spot, regret quitting karate in 4th grade.

Source: Modern Family - Season 08

It's dangerous and you have to deal with traffic, potholes, UFOs, weather and people who merge without putting on their blinker.

Source: Realm of Legends

First, a heavy collar on my neck, and a bridle with great side pieces against my eyes, called blinkers.

Source: Black Steed (Selected)

Maybe he had his blinker on too.

Source: Waste Material Alliance | Community

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