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slurring (over)

verb

present participle of slur (over)
as in ignoring
to fail to give proper attention to a documentary that slurs over certain important facts as it offers a very biased case for a conspiracy theory

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  1. ignoring
  2. passing over
  3. forgetting
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  • After years of ignoring how Florida seniors were victimized with the help of these machines, the Florida Legislature finally passed a new crypto ATM law.
    — Mike Ryan, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Keeping humanity at the center of business does not mean ignoring profit.
    — Zev Laine, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of ignoring
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  • The probability of a hurricane passing over any particular point is low, especially farther from the Mexican coast, since most Pacific hurricanes tend to stay closer to Mexico.
    — Nicholas Grondin, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Related Articles The board previously resolved to erect new buildings for the Latino Museum and the American Women’s History Museum, passing over Arts and Industries.
    — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of passing over
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  • Roman design studio Roselli Architetti was enlisted to restore it into one building without forgetting its history; the result is a striking design that blends ancient artifacts with retro midcentury flooring and contemporary furnishings.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
  • And if Kansas sends him onto the field to attempt a kick, his best chance of succeeding will be forgetting all of it.
    — Taylor Eldridge, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of forgetting
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“Slurring (over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slurring%20%28over%29. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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