shrug
verb (used with object)
to raise and contract (the shoulders), expressing indifference, disdain, etc.
are shrugging
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present progressiveof shrug.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Marvell Technology just said it is boosting its annual forecast, but so far investors are shrugging that off.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
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
Dan Coatsworth, analyst at AJ Bell, told the BBC he was "very surprised" to see the muted reaction, but said "maybe markets are shrugging it off".
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2025
Americans are shrugging off home exercise and racing to the gym as the U.S. moves on from the pandemic, with a heavy focus on back-to-basics strength training.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 17, 2023
He believes it, and every body——" "Sir, you are shrugging your shoulders; 'And every body?—'
From Tales from the German Comprising specimens from the most celebrated authors by Various
