Still, some people have learned not to dismiss rumors out of hand.

He also dismissed rumors that the hill contained toxic materials.

He dismissed rumors that he might seek a Senate seat.

He dismissed rumors that immigration employees were sabotaging the machines.

Both sides have dismissed rumors of a plea bargain.

They dismissed rumors of scripts on the Internet and other possible finale sightings.

He dismissed rumors that he would seek asylum rather than return to face criminal charges.

He dismissed rumors to the contrary as "completely unfounded."

Twain dismissed rumors stating at that time, she would rather focus on producing her next album than touring.

A vast majority of people will dismiss rumors about robots and humans with mind-control powers.