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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrugging
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But the mark goes beyond informing consumers.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026 -
These efforts are also informing the design of GE Aerospace’s open-rotor engine under the Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) program.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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The hardware gave the sandal most of its shape from the front, with each strap fastened by a large angular buckle that mirrored Bottega Veneta’s initials while nodding to the geometry that runs through the house’s intrecciato weaving.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
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On it, the two trade not just verses but a series of escalating, truly incendiary guitar solos, Springsteen watching Morello intently and nodding encouragement and approval, before Morello handing the reins back to Springsteen.—
Caryn Rose,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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From backyard vegetable gardens to colorful patio accents and landscapes, local gardeners are finding creative ways to keep greenery flourishing despite rising temperatures.—
Yolanda Harris,
AJC.com,
28 May 2026
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Prior to the 1960s, the Brooklyn neighborhood was a flourishing Black community before it was destroyed in the name of urban renewal.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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So, remember, by finding weeds, noting their location, relating them to a condition, and choosing corrective actions based on that condition, gardeners can begin to form maintenance diagnoses for their gardens through weeds.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
18 May 2026
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The young players seem to like how Harbaugh is teaching and relating, too.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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In order to secure the funds, the family members submitted fake financial instruments and money orders, continuing to do so even after the IRS sent them letters telling them to stop, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Especially telling is the staff’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Imagery was multiplied to tell a story—the stentorian Mussolini, with his upraised chin and bald head, delivering a speech, or Hitler, with his toothbrush mustache, gesticulating.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Video footage of the incident obtained by KQED appears to show the women gesticulating and shouting at the correctional staff before the officers form a line and deploy pepper spray and mace grenades at the group.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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And finally, nine months after signing, a goal for her hometown team to her name.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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In these instances, there is signing bonus money that has been paid to the player but not accounted for on the cap.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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What players should know The Hoosier Lottery has added a disclaimer to the game's webpage advising players who wish to file a complaint or protest regarding a ticket to complete a formal claim form or contact lottery officials directly.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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As mentor, the Ami founder will guide the Grand Prize and Special Prize winners over the course of a year, advising on both creative direction and business strategy.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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“Shrugging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrugging. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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