dismissing

Example Sentences

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But there is a middle ground between championing Platner’s opponent and dismissing his pattern of ill-considered behavior as insignificant.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Mohammed Siraj made the breakthrough by dismissing Iyer, before Kagiso Rabada removed Devdutt Padikkal to give Gujarat with an opening.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

But investors are wary about dismissing inflation as “transitory” or sleeping on the Fed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Although a US judge ended up dismissing most charges against him, Saab still faced one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, which carried a 20-year jail term.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

I saw my father look at his rifle on the shelf, then dismissing it he walked calmly to the door.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya