Example Sentences

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But maybe I am dismissing the ancient ideals because they don’t fit the story I tell myself about myself.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2022

But I have already engaged more drivers than I need, and I am dismissing some stable men.

From The Silent Barrier by Tracy, Louis

So I am compelled to believe that our good Martin must have been misinformed, and am dismissing the matter from my mind.

From The Woman Thou Gavest Me Being the Story of Mary O'Neill by Caine, Hall, Sir

Phoebe, I have said that you will not take the Latin class to-day, and I am dismissing them.

From Quality Street A Comedy by Barrie, J. M. (James Matthew)