as in ignores
to dismiss as of little importance
for too long the school just winked at the young athletes' hooliganism, dismissing it as a case of "boys being boys"
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Stating that Palestinians are entitled to a country of their own ignores the facts.
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With the job’s high salary, live-in accommodations and her love of children on her mind, Layla ignores Jasmine’s concerns and drives to the family’s estate to meet Zuri.
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But Hannah, who sees his true good nature, forgives him.
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.
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Fans might be quick to immediately pencil in Rodriguez as the starter, yet this totally overlooks Dodson’s competitiveness.
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Custom designed in Italy — to accommodate bigger tables and cupholders — and installed in 2014, the wheel features 16 gondolas and overlooks the Mississippi River.
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Maybe that explains her chaotic behavior when the crew goes out later that night.
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Deputy Ethan Weinzieri explains just some of the work the dogs do.
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The good news is that the actual print quality largely justifies the inconvenience.
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Listing, pricing, shipping and storage all take time, so selling is worth it when the payoff justifies the work.
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“Winks (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winks%20%28at%29. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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