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
Many will shrug off these concerns after a debt crisis predicted by fiscal alarmists in the 2010s failed to materialize.
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Ben Ritz, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The president shrugged off the spike in inflation, however.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 10 June 2026
However, thanks to this unconventional build, Argus can traverse a wide range of terrains, move with equal ease in almost any direction, and shrug off damage that would cripple many robots.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
The Maine Senate candidate’s supporters shrugged off the Nazi tattoo and the mountain of old incendiary Reddit posts, drawn to his charisma and ready to believe in his redemption arc.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 8 June 2026
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Ben Ritz, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The president shrugged off the spike in inflation, however.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 10 June 2026
However, thanks to this unconventional build, Argus can traverse a wide range of terrains, move with equal ease in almost any direction, and shrug off damage that would cripple many robots.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
The Maine Senate candidate’s supporters shrugged off the Nazi tattoo and the mountain of old incendiary Reddit posts, drawn to his charisma and ready to believe in his redemption arc.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 8 June 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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While delaying care may seem like a practical way to manage vet costs in the short term, putting off treatment can sometimes create larger financial and medical challenges in the future.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Many were already put off by steep prices for tickets and accommodation that will make this easily the most expensive World Cup in history for fans.—
Abigail Williams,
NBC news,
10 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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This line, Cook had tried to explain to the islanders, was a boundary they were not allowed to cross.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Tim Allen, who stars with the actress on Shifting Gears, explained how her new job will affect her time on the ABC sitcom's third season.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
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When the mower passes over the lawn, the bent blades are not cut while others are trimmed.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2026
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The Blue Jackets promoted Pascal Vincent to replace Babcock, even though Vincent had been passed over in each of their previous two coach searches.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
11 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 15 Jun. 2026.
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