scoff at
Example Sentences
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You’ve saved a lot — $1.2 million is nothing to scoff at — but you have a lot of life ahead.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026
The Russians in Barentsburg scoff at the prospect of war in the Arctic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026
Regardless, his discography is, at the very least, not something to scoff at.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2025
Afghans in the United States scoff at the suggestion that they'd be safe going back, saying their lives would be in danger.
From BBC • Aug. 19, 2025
When Ash simply stared at her, dumbfounded, Clara said, “It may not be your dream, Stepsister, but do not scoff at those who do dream of it.”
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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