dismissing

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Alex Spiro, a lawyer for Musk, said in a written statement that regulators had only fined the trust while dismissing the claims against Musk personally.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The White House has not given any reason for dismissing the board members or provided any information on when, or even whether, they will be replaced.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

On being told that the parties had reached an agreement, the judge formally concluded the case by dismissing the claim.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

"Coal's true cost is being hidden in hospitals and in early graves," Moyo told AFP in a phone interview, dismissing the government's argument that the delay is for economic reasons.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

“Ifemsco, see you, beautiful babe, even after a long flight,” she said, laughing, dismissing the compliment, playing at her old role of the girl who was not the pretty one.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie