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from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • transitive verb To ignore; to disregard; to brush aside; to minimize{2} the effects of.

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  • verb idiomatic To ignore or disregard; to be indifferent.

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  • verb minimize the importance of, brush aside

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