brushed

Example Sentences

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While the episode could be brushed off as an embarrasing error, it was an unwelcome distraction a month before her second Budget.

From BBC

After months of these mysterious bumps being brushed off or misdiagnosed, testing brought up the possibility of cancer, then confirmed it.

From Seattle Times

His symptoms had started in late autumn, but we brushed them off.

From New York Times

He brushed off the war between Russia and Ukraine as a mere “territorial dispute.”

From Los Angeles Times

The White House has brushed aside criticism, arguing that the response of federal agencies in East Palestine is more important than a visit from Mr. Biden.

From Washington Times