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brush aside

1 of 1verb
/brʌʃ əsaɪd/
Forms:brushes aside,brushing aside,brushed aside,brushed aside
1

to ignore something without giving it much thought or consideration

transitive
  • They brushed aside the outdated policies and implemented new strategies.
  • The CEO brushed aside the rumors about the company's financial troubles.
  • The politician tried to brush aside the allegations against him.
  • Please don't brush the issue aside; it needs careful consideration.
  • She brushed the suggestion aside without even listening.