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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Criminalization also ignores the realities of mental health and poverty.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026 -
One brave man ignores a greeting.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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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.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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For drinks and light bites with a view, Vüe Rooftop and Bar Lounge overlooks both the ocean and the city skyline from the historic (non-casino) Claridge Hotel.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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However, this valuation overlooks the substantial transition in business quality.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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As renowned cosmetic chemist Ron Robinson explains, consumers are gravitating toward multitasking formulas that deliver both color and skin-care benefits in a single swipe.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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That last fact explains why this ‘hood is where a lot of visiting supporter groups like to start their marches toward the stadium.—
Gavin Godfrey,
AJC.com,
22 May 2026
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That’s an acute disconnect for early-career filmmakers weighing whether the traditional path justifies the cost and risk.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
8 May 2026
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But none of this justifies standing still.—
Peter S. Hendricks,
STAT,
6 May 2026
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“Winks (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winks%20%28at%29. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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