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[dis-mis-iv] / dɪsˈmɪs ɪv /




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Makhachev has been mostly dismissive of Machado Garry's ability during fight week, but the Irishman says he's preparing for the biggest test of his career.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

After Georgia Voll was bowled by Lauren Bell in the second over, Phoebe Litchfield and Beth Mooney put on a dismissive partnership of 100 in just 67 balls.

From BBC Jul. 5, 2026

Would you say he’s overly dismissive of criticism that the show isn’t funny, or what have you, not edgy enough, simply because he has heard it all before?

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

SoftBank’s CEO and founder, Masayoshi Son, was apparently very dismissive of the concerns.

From MarketWatch Jun. 10, 2026

On the rare occasions I run into one of my old friends who did continue on to college, I feel both inferior and dismissive.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse




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