brushed

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday brushed off suggestions that President Donald Trump was regularly dozing off during Cabinet meetings, as questions persist over the health of the oldest US president ever inaugurated.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Looking at my computer, I find myself lingering over a beautiful wide-angle photo of a mountain peak: giant slabs of sharp rock, brushed with snow and bathed in sunlight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

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

From Salon • May 30, 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

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

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan