1
as in ignored
to dismiss as of little importance
an administration that was willing to shrug off the problem
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2
as in removed
to rid oneself of (a garment)
she shrugged off her coat and hung it up neatly
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Recent Examples of shrugged off
Hyperscalers — like the chip sector beholden to the big artificial intelligence trend — shrugged off the Broadcom situation.
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Tobias Burns, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Hopkins shrugged off those findings.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 3 June 2026
The models specifically reproduced how said particles would interact with the expanding shell of material shrugged off by the supernova's dying progenitor star.
—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
When asked if the game’s postponement had any effect on the result, head coach Ken Klee shrugged off the suggestion.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Josh Hart shrugged off the question — because no one cares about first-round playoff series victories.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Howard, who has been a police officer for 24 years, elected and reelected from a blue district, shrugged off the video.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
Iron Maiden have always shrugged off other people’s attempts to enshrine their legacy.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
Tobias Burns, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Hopkins shrugged off those findings.
—Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 3 June 2026
The models specifically reproduced how said particles would interact with the expanding shell of material shrugged off by the supernova's dying progenitor star.
—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
When asked if the game’s postponement had any effect on the result, head coach Ken Klee shrugged off the suggestion.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Josh Hart shrugged off the question — because no one cares about first-round playoff series victories.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Howard, who has been a police officer for 24 years, elected and reelected from a blue district, shrugged off the video.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
Iron Maiden have always shrugged off other people’s attempts to enshrine their legacy.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrugged off
Verb
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The controversy surrounding the transition blush technique is just another example of how easily, in many different fields and industries, Black women’s contributions go ignored, overlooked and erased.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Educators play a crucial role in our society, and the affordability crisis among America’s teachers can no longer be ignored.—
Randi Weingarten,
Time,
11 June 2026
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Eco effort While the property has removed single-use plastics from the guest rooms and spa, small single-use plastic water bottles are still prevalent throughout the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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The papery outer layers are removed before consumption, helping reduce exposure.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
10 June 2026
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Our room promised nothing short of bliss, equipped with a soaking tub, open shower, king bed, private jacuzzi, and patio that overlooked acres of lush greenery and the famous Whale Tail Beach.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
8 June 2026
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The Indigenous Setlist aims to dismantle even more preconceived notions about Native and Indigenous artists who are often overlooked despite their continued success.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The recent fire heavily damaged the structure, and a structural assessment found that what remains is not salvageable, DPR explained.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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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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Anyone who names a work-life boundary gets marked as less committed or passed over for stretch opportunities.—
Teresa Hopke,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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But Braves manager Walt Weiss penciled in Mauricio Dubón again at shortstop Friday night, and Dubón once again justified his faith.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
6 June 2026
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Star City intended to ask the town for exemptions from several zoning rules, but argued that the request was justified because the tract is best used for housing despite being close to the Berlin Turnpike.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
4 June 2026
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“Shrugged off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrugged%20off. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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