brush
Usage
What are other ways to say brush?
A brush is a brief encounter or skirmish: a brush with the law. Struggle implies vigorous bodily effort or violent exertion: a hand-to-hand struggle. Clash implies a direct and sharp collision between opposing parties, efforts, interests, etc.: a clash of opinions.
Example Sentences
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If this had been the first indication that Platner had a reckless streak, I would have been more inclined to brush it off.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
Just do not expect the Premier League to brush teams aside so easily in the Champions League.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The agency was one of many across Southern California that assisted in responding to the Sandy fire, which ignited Monday, and spread quickly through dry brush.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Pollock gained international fame for holding his brush above his canvases to create swirling, dripping abstracts, and a 11-foot-wide version, “Number 7A, 1948,” was the largest example of his signature style in private hands.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
As her fingers brush against the brass knocker, a rattling sound comes from the other side of the door, and we all freeze.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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