dismissed

Example Sentences

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In light of these violations, the U.S. attorney moved to drop all the charges, and Judge Perry dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning it can’t be brought again.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Local 99 leader Arias dismissed the necessity of the three-year austerity plan.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Dressed in a checked blazer in court, Parker sobbed and put her head on the defendant's table as the judge dismissed the charges against her.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The judge dismissed all eight counts with prejudice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

I had almost dismissed the book when I turned the page and saw a photograph of a white shark’s teeth, removed from the jaw and standing alone.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen