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brush off

[bruhsh-awf, -of] / ˈbrʌʃˌɔf, -ˌɒf /




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Financial planners who brush off crypto and reject it outright risk alienating these potential clients.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Blane might have to brush off Duckie’s occasional curtness, but that’s the extent of his woes.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

He also sought to brush off speculation about his leadership saying he would lead his party into the next general election.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

The mills had tried to brush off the suit by offering a donation to the foundation, Hening said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

Mother bent down suddenly to brush off the bottom of her gown.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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