1
as in to remove
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 to eject
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 to minimize
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
critics dismissed his music as mere noise
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Recent Examples of dismiss
Congressional Republicans, many of whom had also grown annoyed with Musk over the last few months, have largely dismissed the billionaire’s fiery opposition to the bill.
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Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Under the law, defendants who present a mental health diagnosis usually have their charges dismissed and records cleared after completing a treatment plan.
—Ethan Wolin, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
Still, the fact that critical charges were dismissed simply because children could not endure the courtroom process exposes a systemic flaw: when the system is not built to listen to children, their silence—born from fear and trauma—ultimately weakens the pursuit of justice.
—Matt Robison, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
But experts dismiss this as a tired excuse because Cuba can trade with every country except the U.S.
—Andres Oppenheimer, Miami Herald, 5 June 2025
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Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Under the law, defendants who present a mental health diagnosis usually have their charges dismissed and records cleared after completing a treatment plan.
—Ethan Wolin, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
Still, the fact that critical charges were dismissed simply because children could not endure the courtroom process exposes a systemic flaw: when the system is not built to listen to children, their silence—born from fear and trauma—ultimately weakens the pursuit of justice.
—Matt Robison, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
But experts dismiss this as a tired excuse because Cuba can trade with every country except the U.S.
—Andres Oppenheimer, Miami Herald, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dismiss
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Backstage at Georgie’s Alibi Monkey Bar, a popular LGBTQ club in Wilton Manors, Jacob Smith carefully removed his gravity-defying, bejeweled blonde wig and light pink costume.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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The reality was never in doubt, though, that very few of the trees removed from Oakmont were organic to the original 1903 course design.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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He was ejected from 10 games in 1898 and was arrested in the offseason for killing a mule that belonged to a farmer.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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The Subaru then rolled over and struck a light pole, ejecting him from the vehicle.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2025
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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President Trump’s tax bill extension is making its way through Congress, and lawmakers are desperately trying to minimize its potentially negative impacts on high-risk American patients.—
Craig M. Wax,
Boston Herald,
13 June 2025
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The Vandals sacked Rome in 455 — after Pope Leo cut a deal to prevent the city from being burned to the ground.—
Bill Speros,
Boston Herald,
12 June 2025
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Nuno Espirito Santo, who presided over a dire four-month spell at Tottenham before being sacked in November, is evidence of that.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2025
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As an Associated Press investigation revealed, these systems have also outed LGBTQ+ students to parents or school administrators by monitoring searches or conversations about gender and sexuality.—
Aislinn Conrad,
The Conversation,
13 June 2025
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Our totally political Attorney General Andrea Campbell is now getting in the act, filing lawsuits, putting out statements slamming Trump and generally trying to out-Wu the mayor.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
12 June 2025
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The perception that Iran’s military strength is significantly diminished will raise questions about the stability of its political system.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
14 June 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,
14 June 2025
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Jones wrapped up his 12-year NFL career with a one-season stint at the Denver Broncos before retiring in 2019.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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Evans then retired the next batter to keep the game tied.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
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Negan banished him and seized control of the Dama’s minions.—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
8 June 2025
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Abbas has imprisoned or banished any possible rivals for power.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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“Dismiss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dismiss. Accessed 21 Jun. 2025.
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