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

Even Vance's past criticism of Trump -- once a potential liability -- was brushed aside.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

He brushed aside suggestions that more oil drilling in the North Sea would make the UK more resilient.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Meanwhile, Zoufonoun had brushed aside Suleyman’s talk about AI governance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Phillip stood up and brushed the remaining snow from his pants.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley