dismissive
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Dismissive attitudes from doctors persist, according to some patients.
From Nature • Sep. 13, 2020
Dismissive of Lefty's abilities and worried about his safety, Harrah sets out to end his mission, but that proves easier said than done.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 14, 2017
Dismissive reviews and the book's fictional nature haven't stopped Filipino officials from smarting at Brown's description of their capital city.
From The Guardian • May 24, 2013
"Dismissive approach" The FSA blamed senior management for not being sufficiently interested in their complaints procedures.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2010
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