1
as in removing
to let go from office, service, or employment
the secretary was dismissed after it was discovered that she was stealing office supplies
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2
as in ejecting
to drive or force out
the sick boy's nurse dismissed the visitors so he could get some rest
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as in minimizing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
critics dismissed his music as mere noise
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Recent Examples of dismissing
Ignoring or dismissing a woman’s expertise.
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Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Cuomo, a Democrat, has denied the allegations, dismissing the investigations as politically motivated attacks.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
After dismissing the jury, the judge worked with the parties to determine the instructions for the jury.
—Jim McGregor, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
To ignore this evolution would be like a factory owner in 1900 dismissing electricity as a passing trend.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The filing, signed by Combs, clarifies that the 55-year-old is fully aware of the ramifications of dismissing the appeal, per ABC News.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
The Italian has remained consistent, dismissing the notion emphatically and highlighting how Liverpool, Arsenal and even out-of-sorts Manchester City stand a better chance.
—Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to intervene in a case involving a group of Wisconsin parents who sued their children’s school district over a policy meant to support transgender students, letting two lower court rulings dismissing the case stand.
—Brooke Migdon, The Hill, 9 Dec. 2024
The issue of whether and how to change the Supreme Court is deeply polarizing along partisan lines, with many Democrats demanding change in recent years and most Republicans dismissing those demands as efforts to stop the court's shift to the right.
—Tobi Raji The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Cuomo, a Democrat, has denied the allegations, dismissing the investigations as politically motivated attacks.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
After dismissing the jury, the judge worked with the parties to determine the instructions for the jury.
—Jim McGregor, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
To ignore this evolution would be like a factory owner in 1900 dismissing electricity as a passing trend.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The filing, signed by Combs, clarifies that the 55-year-old is fully aware of the ramifications of dismissing the appeal, per ABC News.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
The Italian has remained consistent, dismissing the notion emphatically and highlighting how Liverpool, Arsenal and even out-of-sorts Manchester City stand a better chance.
—Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to intervene in a case involving a group of Wisconsin parents who sued their children’s school district over a policy meant to support transgender students, letting two lower court rulings dismissing the case stand.
—Brooke Migdon, The Hill, 9 Dec. 2024
The issue of whether and how to change the Supreme Court is deeply polarizing along partisan lines, with many Democrats demanding change in recent years and most Republicans dismissing those demands as efforts to stop the court's shift to the right.
—Tobi Raji The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dismissing
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The front requires the extra task of removing the headlamp first and then reattaching it after installing the rack.Scott Kramer, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The more chemicals, the better for removing the blockage, right?Lauren David, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
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Suited for mature skin of any type, the cream boosts the radiance of dull skin while minimizing the appearance of pores and promoting a softer, smoother texture.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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By setting precise access permissions at the AI layer, businesses can ensure agents only interact with appropriate datasets—minimizing the chance of misuse while safeguarding sensitive information.Rich Vibert, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Oregon commit was a two-year standout in sacking quarterbacks, finishing this season with 10 1/2 sacks.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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The Oregon commit was a two-year standout in sacking quarterbacks, finishing this season with 10 1/2 sacks.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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The area bounded by Vincennes, Terre Haute, Muncie and Kokomo saw a general eight to 12 inches with snowfall amounts diminishing to just a few inches northwest towards Lafayette.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, as detection systems improve using things like quantum sensors, AI, and multi-domain networks, the effectiveness of such stealth measures is diminishing.Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
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The film follows John in the 10 months leading up to his final touring show before retiring to spend time with his family and also tracks his rise in the early 1970s marked by monster hits and a spiral of sadness and loneliness.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Cameron played as a tight end for the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2017 due to concerns for his well-being after suffering from four concussions in six seasons.Erica Marrison, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Finally, Assad’s fall has fueled domestic discontent among loyalists to the regime in Tehran, with some calling the loss a strategic blunder and openly criticizing the government on state television.Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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Shiney-Ajay said Harris should have spent additional time criticizing lawmakers—like Manchin and Congressional Republicans—who limited the administration's climate goals, using it as a chance to emphasize her intent to seek greater climate victories in the future.Alex J. Rouhandeh, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Then Rodrigo De Paul equalised, firing home a loose ball after a counter-attack, before, deep into stoppage time, Sorloth struck to give Simeone his first away win at Barcelona.Michael Cox, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Authorities are encouraging citizens to take up interest in national defense in the country with an 830-mile border with Russia, where firing shots in ice hockey has been more of a pastime than shooting bullets.James Brooks, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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In August, supermarket chain Aldi recalled approximately 28,000 Ambiano Single Serve Coffee Makers after receiving 25 reports of the machines expelling hot water, resulting in three burn injuries.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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The smart tool is also equipped with a HEPA (or high-efficiency particulate air) filtration system, which captures microscopic particles and allergens while expelling cleaner air.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Dismissing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismissing. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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