dismissive
Example Sentences
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He cited the absence of cash flow and lack of long-term history as an asset class as his reasons to be dismissive.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
Holm-Aderemi is also dismissive of the Met's reassurances.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
In fact, offering a silver lining can feel dismissive, as though you’re minimizing their pain or frustration.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
Misty Copeland, the trailblazing ballet star formerly of the American Ballet Theatre, has joined the chorus of fine arts personalities rebuking Timothée Chalamet for his dismissive comments about ballet and opera.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
The Colonel gives a dismissive wave over his shoulder.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
