brush aside
The phrase "brush aside" is often used to describe dismissing or ignoring something as insignificant.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic)To dismiss or ignore something as unimportant.
Example
- She brushed aside his comments, focusing instead on the main issue.
- The CEO brushed aside concerns about the company's future.
C1General
(idiomatic)To defeat someone or something with ease.
Example
- The team brushed aside their opponents in the final match.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "brush aside":
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