brush
Usage
What are other ways to say brush?
A brush is a brief encounter or skirmish: a brush with the law. Struggle implies vigorous bodily effort or violent exertion: a hand-to-hand struggle. Clash implies a direct and sharp collision between opposing parties, efforts, interests, etc.: a clash of opinions.
Example Sentences
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Pick up a sweeping brush, even if no one asked you to.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
The researchers found clear patterns in how Veronika used the brush.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
A squirt of dish soap, a cup of hot water, a few pulses to loosen the worst of it—then a quick pass with a brush.
From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026
Her stepfather, Peter, said they believed staff "would just brush off Molly's concerns" about her health and "not take them seriously".
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
He let go of the leash, needing both hands free to push his way through the brush.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
