brushing

Example Sentences

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During his two-year tenure at Michigan, May was known for pushing the rules of modern college sports to extremes and brushing off any controversy that came with his tactics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

"They're just brushing it all under the carpet," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

They are far more likely caused by forceful brushing, acidic drinks and processed diets than by natural chewing forces.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Paying his first visit to India, Rubio said the two democracies were on the same page on all major issues, brushing aside recent unease in New Delhi over trade, China and the Iran war.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

My heart was beating triple time, but then I waved at her involuntarily, like I was brushing away a bee.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen