1
as in ignoring
to dismiss as of little importance
an administration that was willing to shrug off the problem
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2
as in removing
to rid oneself of (a garment)
she shrugged off her coat and hung it up neatly
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Recent Examples of shrugging off
With many shrugging off such transcriptionists inside the office, etiquette around recording outside the office is fraying.
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Iain Martin, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Indonesia still ranks among the more stable emerging markets, Howe said, shrugging off impact from the demonstrations as a near-term setback.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Iain Martin, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Indonesia still ranks among the more stable emerging markets, Howe said, shrugging off impact from the demonstrations as a near-term setback.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shrugging off
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As the Supreme Court increasingly shows frustration with the overreach of lower court judges, the justices could be motivated to take up cases more quickly on matters where lower courts are ignoring their emergency docket orders, such as with the firing of independent agency heads.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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As his profile began to grow on Grand Cayman, Santor became known for securing the best tables at restaurants and riding a scooter through island traffic, blithely ignoring suggestions to put on a helmet.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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The group routinely calls for removing books at public schools and played a role in Scottsdale Unified School District's decision to pull 16 books from its library shelves in February.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tips To Keep Your Towels Mascara-Free The best way to keep makeup from staining towels is by thoroughly removing the makeup first.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 2025
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The only other sound came from the two mammoth screens overlooking the parking lot, broadcasting entertainment for those sitting on the restaurant balcony.—
Joe Joyce,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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The beach club on Freier’s 367-foot Renaissance has everything a seafarer needs for a good time, including a dining area with a large six-seat table, multiple lounges overlooking a sizable screen, and a fancy bar with plenty of space for your crew.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, the world of management is not as forgiving.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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The loose, forgiving silhouettes will keep you comfortable and chic from takeoff to landing, while high-quality fabrics make every purchase well worth the investment.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Aug. 2025
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Amid an influx of trends, like the red pill movement, data shows that men are by and large putting off commitment for longer.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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An appeal would freeze the process until the higher court rules, putting off a trial to 2026.—
John Diedrich,
jsonline.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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This put the rocket on a trajectory to soar to a peak altitude of 119 miles (192 kilometers), passing over the Atlantic Ocean, South Africa, and then the Indian Ocean before falling back into the atmosphere.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
27 Aug. 2025
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Apparently, questions about whether colleges are passing over more qualified students to admit the relatives of their alumni or big donors will remain unanswered.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The state encounters, which are in addition to what local police are doing, add to the total number of people that ICE is taking off the street and preparing to deport.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Sep. 2025
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Swapping out the old blade for a new one requires opening the two small slider locks and taking off the single handle panel to access the internal hardware.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Sep. 2025
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The film opens just as its predecessor ended, with a handy recap explaining how Ne Zha and his angelic counterpart, Ao Bing, ended up in need of bodily reincarnation.—
Derek Robertson,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Amorim has been clearer and more consistent in explaining his tactical ideas and vision for the future.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Shrugging off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shrugging%20off. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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