brush off
Example Sentences
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But he ultimately answers to the country’s autocratic supreme leader, who can afford to brush off at least some amount of public unhappiness.
From Slate ● Aug. 17, 2026
Earlier in the day, Wall Street appeared to brush off hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation data and comments from the president about the possible strikes.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
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
“She’s right. Swimming ain’t my thing anyway,” I say back, trying my best to brush off Julicza’s dis.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
