Definition
brushoffs
noun
- plural of brushoff; abrupt dismissals or rejections of someone or something
Usage: informal
Examples
- She got tired of his constant brushoffs when she tried to help.
- The reporter faced several brushoffs from politicians avoiding questions.
- After multiple brushoffs from publishers, he decided to self-publish his book.
- Her friendly attempts at conversation were met with cold brushoffs.
- The sales team learned to handle customer brushoffs professionally.
- He interpreted her polite responses as brushoffs and stopped calling.