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Not see the wood for the trees

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Detail Obsession

Emphasizes missing a broader issue due to focus on smaller, often less important details.

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When editing your essay, don't just focus on punctuation and miss grammatical errors; don't see the wood for the trees.
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Analytical Thinking

Implies a need for a more analytical approach to see the whole situation clearly.

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As a project manager, make sure you're not seeing the wood for the trees by only concentrating on minor issues.
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Warning Sign

Often used as a caution to suggest that someone may be missing an important aspect.

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You're adding features to the app, but not seeing the wood for the trees regarding user experience.
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