can't see past the end of (one's) nose
can't see past the end of (one's) nose
So preoccupied with oneself and one's situation as to be unaware or uncaring of other people or the bigger picture in life. Jim is so concerned about getting ahead in business that he can't see past the end of his nose.
See also: end, nose, of, past, see
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- selfie
- comfortable in (one's) own skin
- watch (one's) six
- check (one's) six
- check your six
- wash (one's) hands of (someone or something)
- wash hands of
- wash one's hands of
- wash your hands of somebody/something
- wash your hands of something/someone