を顧みず
wo kaerimizu
without regard for; regardless of
[Without regard for; in defiance of; regardless of]
Connection: Noun + を顧みず / をも顧みず
Usage: Expresses doing something without considering or caring about potential negative consequences, dangers, or important factors. Often used to describe courageous, reckless, or selfless behavior.
Nuance: Can be either positive (brave, selfless) or negative (reckless, irresponsible) depending on context.
Examples:
彼は危険を顧みず、溺れている子供を助けた。(He saved the drowning child without regard for the danger.)
健康を顧みず働き続けた結果、倒れてしまった。(As a result of continuing to work without regard for his health, he collapsed.)
周囲の反対をも顧みず、彼女は自分の夢を追い続けた。(In defiance of the opposition around her, she continued to pursue her dreams.)