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dismissive

[dis-mis-iv] / dɪsˈmɪs ɪv /




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Deutsche Bank analysts call the old adage “sell in May and go away” a myth, though their own calculations aren’t quite as dismissive of the approach.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

The complainants alleged emails sent by Whitford were "dismissive, personalised and/or confrontational", did not address their concerns about the legality, safety and impact, and left them feeling "belittled and/or intimidated".

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Probation officer Julian Davies said Doughty became "very frustrated" when money repeatedly fell out of the machine and felt the warden was being dismissive.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

When she sought out answers from her midwife and OB-GYN, they were dismissive; the experience prompted her to explore alternative care.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Customers were rude and dismissive and treated employees like we were insignificant beings to be tolerated.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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