brushed
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of brushed
late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at brush 1, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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Still, Klugo’s hearing loss couldn’t be brushed away.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
"That's why I try to take on a lot of different hobbies, because even if you're going through hard times, when you go into the world of crochet, all those fears are brushed away."
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Hegseth brushed off such concerns on Saturday, saying the U.S. will maintain a strong military posture in the Western Pacific that “ensures aggression is infeasible.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
“Worcestershire sauce brushed lightly on the crust before baking adds a savory depth to frozen pizzas,” says another.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
‘I’m fine,’ I said as I brushed dirt from my arm.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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