The key that is used does not rust. (Albanian proverb). At the narrow passage there is no brother and no friend. (Arabic proverb).
Definition of remiss. 1  1 : negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless. 2  2 : showing neglect or inattention : lax.
SYNONYMY NOTE: remiss implies the culpable omission or the careless or indifferent performance of a task or duty [remiss in one's obligations]; negligent, neglectful both imply failure to attend to something sufficiently or properly, but , negligent often stresses this as a habit or trait [negligent in dress], and neglectful carries an implication ...