English · Phrasal verb Attested

shine off

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To be dismissive towards (someone or something, e.g. questions, concerns).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Từ chối (ai hoặc điều gì)

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Where it’s used: Used American English

They keep asking, but she keeps shining them off.

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).

Common questions

What does “shine off” mean?

To be dismissive towards (someone or something, e.g. questions, concerns).

Is “shine off” formal or informal?

shine off is generally informal.

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