brushed
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- unbrushed adjective
- well-brushed adjective
Etymology
Origin of brushed
late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; brush 1, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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But after I brushed my teeth and climbed into bed, I opened the message again.
From Literature
I felt my cheeks burn a little in embarrassment, but I brushed it off.
From Literature
Linas said when county officials ignored and brushed aside his complaints, he and others turned to social media.
From Los Angeles Times
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
Its rays passed above the clouds, and the clouds, in turn, brushed shadows onto the sleek surfaces of the iceberg and the surrounding water.
From Literature
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