as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
she cried down any party to which she wasn't invited
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However, Cave pushed back against the idea of fully dismissing an artist’s work due to their personal failings.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
18 Feb. 2025 -
Last month, federal prosecutors in Texas dismissed charges against a doctor accused of unlawfully sharing health records from a children's hospital there.—
Carrie Johnson,
NPR,
18 Feb. 2025
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Address potential conflicts during the drafting phase to minimize disruptions later.—
Zekeriya Polat,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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There are even silicone dots on the top of the cups to further aid in the no-slip department, plus help minimize any gaping issues.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
25 Feb. 2025
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The absence of Ayo Dosunmu — who is dealing with shoulder discomfort from a long-term injury — further diminished the Bulls roster.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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Suitable for all skin types, the face oil hydrates while improving elasticity and diminishing the appearance of fine lines.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The lack of Blues Brothers co-creator Aykroyd meant no Jimmy Carter talking down a guy peaking on LSD.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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Republicans have blasted Democrats over the years for talking down to people, with several arguing the average voter does not like to feel stupid.—
Rachel Schilke,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
1 Feb. 2025
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The caskets were displayed in front of a large banner that showed a caricature replicating antisemitic tropes of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with vampiric teeth and blood running down his face.—
Astha Rajvanshi,
NBC News,
20 Feb. 2025
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The dress featured long sleeves with buttons running down the front placket off the side.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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One piece of good news for Arsenal fans is that Arteta played down fears over another injury to Ethan Nwaneri.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Most large employers play down the likelihood that A.I. bots will take our jobs.—
Erin Griffith,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Cry down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cry%20down. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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