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
Skyrocketing costs In the Times, New College President Richard Corcoran shrugged off $83,207 per student in operating expenses, almost four times the average of all other Florida state colleges and universities.
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Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Oil markets largely shrugged off Maduro’s arrest, a sign traders don’t expect a flood of sanction-free barrels back on the market anytime soon.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Skyrocketing costs In the Times, New College President Richard Corcoran shrugged off $83,207 per student in operating expenses, almost four times the average of all other Florida state colleges and universities.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Madrigal shrugged off the scandal, reopening the locations in the fall.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Markets shrugged off tariffs, a government shutdown and AI fears.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2025
Franklin shrugged off a slump and is back to getting stuff done, indeed.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Back in July, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins dismissed the possibility of amnesty for farmworkers — and shrugged off the idea that foreign workers are needed in the agriculture sector.
—Patricia Lopez, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Slot shrugged off suggestions that this is the most difficult period he’s experienced as a manager.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Oil markets largely shrugged off Maduro’s arrest, a sign traders don’t expect a flood of sanction-free barrels back on the market anytime soon.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Skyrocketing costs In the Times, New College President Richard Corcoran shrugged off $83,207 per student in operating expenses, almost four times the average of all other Florida state colleges and universities.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Madrigal shrugged off the scandal, reopening the locations in the fall.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Markets shrugged off tariffs, a government shutdown and AI fears.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 31 Dec. 2025
Franklin shrugged off a slump and is back to getting stuff done, indeed.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Back in July, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins dismissed the possibility of amnesty for farmworkers — and shrugged off the idea that foreign workers are needed in the agriculture sector.
—Patricia Lopez, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Slot shrugged off suggestions that this is the most difficult period he’s experienced as a manager.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrugged off
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Even humble fiber, often ignored in favor of flashy nutrients, plays a massive role.—
Rachel Macpherson,
Outside,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Legislature should also consider the fact that Florida’s public integrity laws are all too frequently ignored.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2026
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Social workers will give the suitcases to children who are removed from home or moved from place to place, kids who travel on field trips, or reunite with family.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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He was removed by federal agents, who made entry into the residence and took the person to an ambulance.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
15 Jan. 2026
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Home décor that’s often overlooked?—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, Capra says customizing your hardware is one detail that shouldn't be overlooked to add warmth through personalization.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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In an interview with Interesting Engineering, UEL researcher Daehyun Kim explained that SCARABS focuses on exploration reliability rather than experimental payloads.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Night vision goggles worn by the pilot and hoist operator give a tube of vision, explained Atkins.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Hospital officials said no one should delay treatment or put off appointments, but patients should be alert for any direct updates from their health care providers.—
Christina Fan,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Customers are also putting off purchases due to the back and forth on tariff levels.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Since being elected to the board in 2021, Foley has been passed over for the top position multiple times.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
13 Jan. 2026
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For years, Better Call Saul fans watched as Rhea Seehorn was passed over despite her astonishing portrayal of Kim Wexler on the beloved drama.—
Samantha Highfill,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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Previously, the three men have argued that their actions were justified, citing self-defense and their need to respond to an emergency.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
13 Jan. 2026
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Only one of the 13 GOP lawmakers offered a comment in response to questions about whether the ICE officer’s actions were justified.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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