Example Sentences

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Dismissed by colleagues as a “clerical rat,” he assiduously studied the files whose handling was now his responsibility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Dismissed as the nemesis of sustainable urbanism, L.A. can, in fact, be well-positioned for the next chapter.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2025

Dismissed as a fussy eater, she was repeatedly refused help from eating-disorder services because she did not match the criteria for those more widely understood.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025

Dismissed NagaWorld workers continue to demonstrate every weekend in support of their strike, according to Am Sam Ath, operations director of local rights group Licadho.

From Seattle Times • May 24, 2023

Dismissed his milkman because he was a Smith, and between you and I, I b'lieve half his opposition to you was your name.

From The Cromptons by Holmes, Mary Jane