not take (something) lightly



not take (something) lightly

To regard something with a great amount of seriousness or gravity. I hope you aren't taking these allegations lightly—they could mean a life in prison! I can promise you that I won't take this job interview lightly.
See also: lightly, not, take

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Evgenyyev-GYE-nee, eev-GYE-neeRussian
SteffenSHTE-fen (Low German)Low German, Danish, Norwegian, Dutch
Sophieso-FEE (French), SO-fee (English), ZO-fee (German)French, English, German, Dutch
Marion['mɛəriən]
VÜSal-Azerbaijani
CÚChulainn-Irish Mythology