shrugging
- present participle of shrug.
Example Sentences
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The hotel expansion arrives as many travelers are shrugging off the costs of rising room rates and higher airfares, continuing to pay eye-popping room rates for exclusive accommodations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
“The gesture of the comedian shrugging his shoulders and being like, ‘I don’t know, folks,’ that’s what performing has always kind of felt like to me,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
For Microsoft, crossing this milestone could indicate that the stock is shrugging off AI fears.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 1, 2026
At a time when the affordability crisis is hitting even well-off Americans, baby boomers are one cohort that is shrugging off the increased cost of living.
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
“I’m personally willing to feel a little pain to make a point,” said Martin, shrugging.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
