as in ignores
to dismiss as of little importance
brushed off their complaints as the whining of people who were never satisfied
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brushes (aside or off)
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What the box office math ignores is the film’s rising tide effect for the studio.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026 -
Treating it as a one-time project ignores that today’s environment demands ongoing technological integration.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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But Hannah, who sees his true good nature, forgives him.—
Kenneal Patterson,
Vanity Fair,
22 May 2026
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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For drinks and light bites with a view, Vüe Rooftop and Bar Lounge overlooks both the ocean and the city skyline from the historic (non-casino) Claridge Hotel.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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However, this valuation overlooks the substantial transition in business quality.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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As renowned cosmetic chemist Ron Robinson explains, consumers are gravitating toward multitasking formulas that deliver both color and skin-care benefits in a single swipe.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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That last fact explains why this ‘hood is where a lot of visiting supporter groups like to start their marches toward the stadium.—
Gavin Godfrey,
AJC.com,
22 May 2026
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The second dream is the myth of an infinite frontier, which justifies a global American empire.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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At nearly trillion-dollar valuations each, the S-1 has to show enterprise revenue growth and concentration that justifies the multiple.—
Deirdre Bosa,Jasmine Wu,
CNBC,
20 May 2026
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“Brushes (aside or off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brushes%20%28aside%20or%20off%29. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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