Attempts
Brushes
Both words in one sentence
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Tony Stark brushes away Harley in his attempts to bring him so he can keep him safe from danger.
Source: Tagalong Kid - Harry in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, he casually brushes aside all of Harry's attempts to attack him.
Source: Curb Stomp Battle / Literature -
Negi also causes an awkward shower situation when he attempts to do Asuna a favor by enchanting her brushes.
Source: Shower of Awkward
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