Brush off
/ˈbrəʃ ˈɒf/B1
Intermediate
1. To dismiss someone or something as unimportant, usually in a dismissive or indifferent manner.
- He tried to ask for help, but she just brushed him off.
- Whenever he suggests a new idea, the manager brushes it off without consideration.
2. To remove something, like dust or dirt, from a surface by brushing it away.
- She brushed off the crumbs from her shirt.
- After playing outside, he brushed off the sand from his shoes.
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