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Rarebrush 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.To disregard (something), to dismiss or ignore (someone), as unimportant.
- 2.To depart with a sweeping motion.
noun
- 1.An abrupt rebuff, a snub or curt rejection, a disdainful dismissal.
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