brush aside
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To disregard, dismiss or ignore something, as unimportant.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He brushed aside all my objections and went ahead with the project regardless.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To defeat with ease.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “brush aside” mean?
To disregard, dismiss or ignore something, as unimportant.
Is “brush aside” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.