dismissed

Example Sentences

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The Justice companies believe the government’s criminal investigation was based primarily on Fowler’s claims, which Ruby dismissed as the allegations of a “disgruntled” former employee.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The Orange County district attorney’s office had originally charged Jennings in connection to the shooting but dismissed the case to allow for the federal case to proceed, according to the Justice Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"When punishment fails to reflect the lifelong harm inflicted, justice becomes meaningless and survivors like me are left silenced, dismissed and profoundly failed by the very system meant to protect us," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

But Messina dismissed BPM's offer as "more of a declaration of love than an offer".

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Instead she dismissed them coolly with a nod, as if she had done them a favor by gracing them with her presence, even for a short while.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood