1
as in removes
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 ejects
to drive or force out
the sick boy's nurse dismissed the visitors so he could get some rest
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3
as in minimizes
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
critics dismissed his music as mere noise
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Recent Examples of dismisses
Judge dismisses case against 'fake electors' in Michigan Congress to hear more about UFOs.
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Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Ashton also dismisses the concerns that a three-year degree lacks the many electives and opportunities for self-discovery.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Trump's approach dismisses collective security and weakens NATO's cohesion.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Now podcast, Monroe dismisses with the tendency to overly dissect genres.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
Gudsen weaves stories, reframes evidence, accuses Michelle of bias, and dismisses the glove bearing his DNA as circumstantial.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 15 Aug. 2025
Continue reading … STEADFAST SUPPORTER – Steve Bannon dismisses speculation about presidential run with two words for his 2028 choice.
—FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Ashton also dismisses the concerns that a three-year degree lacks the many electives and opportunities for self-discovery.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Trump's approach dismisses collective security and weakens NATO's cohesion.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
Now podcast, Monroe dismisses with the tendency to overly dissect genres.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
Gudsen weaves stories, reframes evidence, accuses Michelle of bias, and dismisses the glove bearing his DNA as circumstantial.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 15 Aug. 2025
Continue reading … STEADFAST SUPPORTER – Steve Bannon dismisses speculation about presidential run with two words for his 2028 choice.
—FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dismisses
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However, picking better candidates not only makes tactical sense but also removes much of the opportunity for the other side to tear them down.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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This agreement removes that barrier to equal access for passengers with disabilities and provides a mechanism to compensate those harmed by Uber's past wait time fee policy.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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As a supernova explosion ejects the outer layers of these stars, their stellar cores collapse.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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This holistic process minimizes delays, prevents budget overruns, and produces outcomes that meet aesthetic, regulatory, and performance goals.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Our first responsibility is to honor our commitments and wind down in a way that minimizes harm from the rescission.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
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Even Tana French’s latest crime novels have featured a cop who retires due to the systemic racism of his previous job.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
8 Sep. 2025
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Sink retires after more than 30 years in the energy industry, holding leadership roles in both business operations and financial management.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
2 Sep. 2025
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Though the episodes ended before Britney revealed her vote, fans are convinced that Britney votes for Danielle and banishes her based on how the episode was edited.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
28 Feb. 2025
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This duo includes a collagen serum and an eye cream that banishes dark circles and tired-looking skin.—
Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
11 Oct. 2024
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As the shoreline’s clarity diminishes, Berry stressed the importance of this research for conservation efforts, especially doing it collaboratively.—
Amelia Wu,
Sacbee.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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Felix Anudike-Uzomah #97 of the Kansas City Chiefs sacks Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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The Oviedo defense sacks Noah Grubbs on back to back plays to end the first half.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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Advertisement Cherry, freed from police custody, shows up at the house, and Laura chases her up and down the stairs with a knife.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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For example, much of the industry chases bragging rights on public benchmarks, which rank models on tasks like math or logic puzzles.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Dismisses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismisses. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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