brush aside

verb

1. tr, adverb to dismiss without consideration; disregard

Idioms and Phrases

Disregard, ignore, as in The teacher brushed aside our questions .

Example Sentences

Wales were brushed aside by South Africa in Cardiff to extend their record losing run to 12 Tests in a row and complete a winless 2024.

From BBC

He imposed his will using a transactional style of diplomacy and the muscle of American power, even when it meant defying international consensus and brushing aside Palestinian concerns.

From Los Angeles Times

It is a horrifying account of the power of an abuser in a trusted role and the damage that is done when opportunities to stop them are brushed aside.

From BBC

Israel repeatedly brushed aside U.S advice and requests, with more than 42,000 Palestinians killed, according to Gaza health officials.

From Los Angeles Times

I brushed aside plants, likely spooked a couple having coffee and frantically searched for what could be giving away my locale.

From Los Angeles Times