summarily

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It famously reaches to Pope Benedict XV’s efforts to end World War I, which were summarily dismissed by Lloyd George and Winston Churchill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

At one point last year, Miller was floated as a potential White House national security adviser, replacing the ousted Michael Waltz - rumours that the president summarily dismissed.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

San Bernardino County officials summarily rejected the claims.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2025

Despite state law granting them the right to inspect such facilities without notice, they were summarily denied entry, told “safety concerns” prevented their visit.

From Salon • Jul. 23, 2025

Once Janos Slynt realized he was not to be summarily executed, color returned to his face.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin