brushing

Example Sentences

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Investors are largely brushing off inflation worries and are focusing instead on earnings.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

"People are trying to avoid the thing that's staring them in the face and brushing things under the carpet until eventually it all ignites."

From BBC • May 16, 2026

“But I think that’s a lie,” she says, briskly brushing off the stories as a smear campaign concocted by Otso’s enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

But it’s the songs that talk about brushing off stifling, trifling men, including the title track and “What Have You Done For Me Lately,” that have the most staying power.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

‘Yeah,’ I say, brushing myself down as I get to my feet.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler