be disregarded

Example Sentences

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She said that an expert for the prosecution conceded that point and that the data from Grossman’s Mercedes had anomalies and should be disregarded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“New language framed as compromise was paired with legalese that would allow those safeguards to be disregarded at will,” a spokesman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

“As a fully cleared officer raising serious concerns of illegality in this Department, to be disregarded in this way is deeply troubling. It is my duty as a public servant to raise this.”

From BBC • Aug. 18, 2024

But because then-Defense Secretary Mark Esper designated the propaganda campaign as a de facto wartime action, the diplomats’ objections could be disregarded.

From Salon • Aug. 3, 2024

“Good heavens!” cried Elizabeth; “but how could that be? How could his will be disregarded? Why did you not seek legal redress?”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen