shrug off

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Recent Examples of shrug off Discussing the challenges of her one-woman show — including 75 pages of source material — Smart shrugged off any notion of fear. Aliza Sessler, People.com, 13 June 2025 In a big-money era, University of Illinois shrugs off rules on athletes’ NIL deals Illinois’ flagship university says rules requiring student-athletes to disclose NIL deals aren’t relevant In the wild west of today’s college sports. Eddie Pells, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2025 Trump shrugged off the feud during his call with CBS News’s Robert Costa. Cate Martel, The Hill, 6 June 2025 That same year, Rodrigo shrugged off rumors of a feud between the two. Shania Russell, EW.com, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for shrug off
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrug off
Verb
  • The conversation has put a spotlight on a dynamic that’s hard to ignore: how global leaders, especially from Western nations, talk about and to Africa.
    Oumou Fofana, Essence, 11 July 2025
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    Nena Farrell, Wired News, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Advertisement The Prime Minister’s remarks echoed a growing sentiment within his far-right coalition, where calls to permanently remove Palestinians from Gaza have become more open in recent months.
    Nik Popli, Time, 8 July 2025
  • Machado, now 21 months removed from elbow surgery, is batting .293, 13 percentage points above his career average.
    Dennis Lin, New York Times, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • This second mortgage is forgiven in increments of 20% per year over a five-year term.
    JP Shaffer Updated July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
  • And the nation could be forgiven for wanting to take a collective shower.
    Marco della Cava, USA Today, 3 July 2025
Verb
  • From simply meeting expectations to overlooking key relationships, minor missteps can quietly stall your career growth.
    Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 1 July 2025
  • The rooftop bar and restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy light bites and cocktails during warmer months overlooking views of the city.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • To push forward the maiden flights from 2026 to this year, DARPA is focusing on autonomous systems and payloads while putting off specific requirements regarding maximum physical dimensions and autonomous takeoff/landing capabilities in high sea states.
    David Szondy June 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2025
  • Plans for conversion of the upstairs into a boutique hotel never advanced, while the city put off renovations and repairs.
    Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • The woman explained the extensive interviewing process as well as her concerns with pursuing the opportunity on the community forum Mumsnet.
    Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 13 July 2025
  • Another royal source explained that layoffs were inevitable for the former royal family members.
    Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 13 July 2025
Verb
  • He was left out of the 2024 T20 World Cup roster and passed over for multiple tours abroad.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2025
  • Then he gets hit by a bus and, while in a coma, gets passed over again in favor of John Stewart.
    Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • If the Tripadvisor business was the company’s only segment, this valuation could be justified.
    Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 12 July 2025
  • What event could possibly justify closing a major highway for days on end?
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 12 July 2025

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“Shrug off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrug%20off. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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