1
as in to ignore
to dismiss as of little importance
an administration that was willing to shrug off the problem
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2
as in to remove
to rid oneself of (a garment)
she shrugged off her coat and hung it up neatly
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Recent Examples of shrug off
The models specifically reproduced how said particles would interact with the expanding shell of material shrugged off by the supernova's dying progenitor star.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 May 2026
Beyond pressures from the Iran war, which stock markets have largely shrugged off, AI is a factor in the divergence.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 24 May 2026
But the president shrugging off concerns when asked if he's lost control of Republicans in Congress.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
The bull market keeps shrugging off every reason to stop.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 23 May 2026
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 May 2026
Beyond pressures from the Iran war, which stock markets have largely shrugged off, AI is a factor in the divergence.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 24 May 2026
But the president shrugging off concerns when asked if he's lost control of Republicans in Congress.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
The bull market keeps shrugging off every reason to stop.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 23 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrug off
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So next time your airline sends you that push notification or reminder email, don’t ignore it.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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But Canaccord Genuity thinks investors should ignore the decline and get into the stock now.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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South of Miami, the Florida Keys are known for their laidback charm, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Orlando's theme parks.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The car has since been removed, and the Shorewood Building Department is evaluating the damage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Student loans, often essential, often expensive and not always forgiven, are changing once again, with new federal rules set to take effect beginning July 1 and impact students starting in fall 2026.—
Kennedy Cook,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The runners-up route would nonetheless involve substantial travel and multiple time-zone transitions — a reminder that in 2026, a more thermally forgiving path does not necessarily mean a less demanding one.—
Alan McCall,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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For Jillian and her husband, one of the most important parts of parenting Roman, 7, and Stella, 6, has been learning to see and understand forms of communication that many people might overlook.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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In a year where so many competing interests are fighting over a limited amount of state funds, Palm worries Shapiro's proposal may go overlooked by lawmakers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Senior twins Riley and Reagan Cullivan put off a family vacation to Italy for one day to play in the title game.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Dropping Buds And Flowers An underwatered plant may put off flowering and fruiting while focusing on staying healthy.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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Any new-to-the-stage songwriter may need time to acclimate to a new mode, and this particular case may be explained by the fact that Mann, according to reporting, is no longer actively involved in the show’s development.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
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This adaptation explains why the hourlong train ride to work can start out as exhausting, but become part of your daily routine.—
Christian B. Miller,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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The eclipse will pass over Galicia and then the Balearic Islands in Spain as sunset approaches, hastening the transition from day to night, according to the Spanish Scientific and Advisory Committee for the Trio of Eclipses.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
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Called hydrogenesis, the products from the first step are passed over special catalysts at 320°F (160°C) to make useful molecules like cycloalkanes, dense hydrocarbons, jet-fuel-range molecules.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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New graduates who demonstrate sharp AI abilities will find themselves in more senior positions quicker than usual as employers look to justify their investments.—
Conor Sen,
Boston Herald,
8 June 2026
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For others, the subtle haptics, battery limitations and app-dependent controls may make the price hard to justify.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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“Shrug off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrug%20off. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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