brush
noun
an implement consisting of bristles, hair, or the like, set in or attached to a handle, used for painting, cleaning, polishing, grooming, etc.
had brushed
-
past perfectof brush.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
In five meetings over the previous half-century, the Three Lions had brushed the Norwegians aside by a combined score of 24-2.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
Doe had brushed off the actor’s behavior and wanted to remain in contact because he often spoke about the possibility of working together in entertainment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 26, 2026
In fact, at the start of Tuesday's lengthy meeting, Trump had brushed off suggestions that he was running out of steam.
From Barron's ● Dec. 3, 2025
In prior interviews, Trudeau had brushed off Trump's statements as a negotiation tactic.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2025
He thought of water weeds, though nothing had brushed him as he dived, and raised his empty hand to free himself.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
