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  • past participle of brush.
  • past tense form of brush.
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brushed

[bruhsht] / brʌʃt /


Example Sentences

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“Worcestershire sauce brushed lightly on the crust before baking adds a savory depth to frozen pizzas,” says another.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Nvidia brushed aside concerns about the vulnerability of Taiwan in the chip supply chain as it unveiled plans to spend $150 billion annually with Taiwanese suppliers.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Harry Byrne walloped the restart after Lucu's try dead, and while Bielle-Biarrey also kicked one long, the ball brushed Keenan's hand on its way through.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Landry, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, brushed off such criticism.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

After breakfast I brushed my teeth, got my bag, walked out to the stop, and waited.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan




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