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to dismiss
01
to disregard something as unimportant or unworthy of consideration
Transitive: to dismiss sth
Examples
She regularly dismisses suggestions that deviate from the established plan.
02
to remove someone from their job or position, typically due to poor performance
Transitive: to dismiss sb
Examples
The company decided to dismiss several employees due to budget constraints.
03
to refuse to further hear or consider a case, typically due to a lack of legal merit
Transitive: to dismiss a case
Examples
The judge decided to dismiss the lawsuit because the plaintiff failed to provide sufficient evidence.
04
to remove or expel an idea, thought, concern, etc. from one's mind
Transitive: to dismiss an idea or thought
Examples
Despite his initial worries, he managed to dismiss the doubts from his mind.
05
to order or permit someone or something to leave
Transitive: to dismiss sb
Examples
The teacher dismissed the students early from class as a reward for their hard work.
Lexical Tree
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dismissive
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