brush aside

Example Sentences

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Strong NRL-packed Tonga and Samoa sides were brushed aside without loss here, while aide from that World Cup semi-final against Samoa, the performances created an impressive buzz.

From BBC

Spurs supporters sent their team off at the interval with deafening jeers ringing in their ears after they were brushed aside by a vastly superior Villa, who established a fully deserved 2-0 advantage.

From BBC

Fletcher brushed aside questions over his own future.

From Barron's

Newsom has acknowledged that he is considering a 2028 bid for president, but has repeatedly brushed aside reporters’ questions about it, saying his focus remains on governing California.

From Los Angeles Times

European leaders brushed aside questions on the issue.

From The Wall Street Journal