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Brush off
verb
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Word Frequency:
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Definitions
1.
verb
To disregard (something), to dismiss or ignore (someone), as unimportant.
2.
verb
To depart with a sweeping motion.
3.
noun
An abrupt rebuff, a snub or curt rejection, a disdainful dismissal.
"A halfhearted “thank you” may be a brush-off."
Synonyms
brush aside
dismiss
repel
rebuff
snub
ignore
disregard
discount
push aside
sweep aside
shrug off
give someone the brush-off
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