shine off
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Meaning · English
To be dismissive towards (someone or something, e.g. questions, concerns).
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
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.