brushed
Example Sentences
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“He brushed it off. He was like ‘Nah, nah, nah it’s okay, just sign this.’”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
Recalled Ed: “He just brushed me off, said he didn’t think that would look ‘welcoming.’
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
At the press conference, Pirro brushed off concerns about the impact of her move on the nomination.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Analysts brushed off the chance the strike was a case of accidential targeting or some drones gone wayward.
From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026
Phillip stood up and brushed the remaining snow from his pants.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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