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
HagarHAY-gahr (English)Biblical, Biblical Hebrew
BrandiBRAN-deeEnglish
Alexandros-Greek, Ancient Greek, Biblical Greek, Greek Mythology
Tammaratə-MAHR-əEnglish (Rare)
Margery['ma:dʒəri]
Asche[æʃ]