dismissive
Example Sentences
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Reading her face and realizing that he might have sounded dismissive, he adds, “It’s a conversation. A really creative conversation.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Iran hasn’t directly acknowledged any negotiations and has been dismissive of Trump’s claims.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
In fact, offering a silver lining can feel dismissive, as though you’re minimizing their pain or frustration.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
“There’s no denying there are voters who are dismissive towards horror,” says Matt Neglia, who runs the awards site Next Best Picture.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
“He is not your opponent,” Hector says with a dismissive gesture, the lace cuff of his shirt fluttering like a moth.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
