brushed

Example Sentences

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Her blond hair is just as wispy and fine, and it’s in a tangled nest, like she hasn’t brushed it in days.

From Literature

With the trade deadline approaching, James brushed off questions about what steps the Lakers can do to improve their roster.

From Los Angeles Times

He did some homework at the kitchen table underneath a single lamp, and when it was time, he brushed his teeth, got into his pajamas, and went back to his mom’s bedroom door.

From Literature

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