brushed

Example Sentences

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At first glance, I brushed “Hag” off as just another bad-but-enjoyable film.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“He brushed it off. He was like ‘Nah, nah, nah it’s okay, just sign this.’”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

As the two old men told their stories, a youngster brushed past them, a machete slung over his shoulder.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

At the press conference, Pirro brushed off concerns about the impact of her move on the nomination.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

She brushed the back of her hand over her face.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff