brushing

Example Sentences

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Investors are largely brushing off inflation worries and are focusing instead on earnings.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The risk of cryptosporidium meant residents in some parts of Rhondda Cynon Taf have been obliged to boil their tap water before drinking, cooking or brushing teeth since last Friday.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“But I think that’s a lie,” she says, briskly brushing off the stories as a smear campaign concocted by Otso’s enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

But it’s the songs that talk about brushing off stifling, trifling men, including the title track and “What Have You Done For Me Lately,” that have the most staying power.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

"Sounds like a man after my own heart," said Gilgamesh, brushing the crumbs off his beard.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda