JLPT N1
～にかまけて
to be too preoccupied with; to neglect other things because of
Structure / Usage
Noun + にかまけて
Example Sentences
仕事にかまけて、家族との時間を大切にしなかった。
Being too preoccupied with work, I didn't cherish time with my family.
遊びにかまけて、勉強をおろそかにしてしまった。
Being too absorbed in play, I neglected my studies.