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brush off

The correct spelling is brush off.

How to pronounce brush off

verb

Say it like: Bru-sh -off

The correct spelling is brush off. To disregard (something), to dismiss or ignore (someone), as unimportant. For example: "A halfhearted “thank you” may be a brush-off."

Usage Examples

A halfhearted “thank you” may be a brush-off.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To disregard (something), to dismiss or ignore (someone), as unimportant.
  2. 2.To depart with a sweeping motion.

noun

  1. 1.An abrupt rebuff, a snub or curt rejection, a disdainful dismissal.

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