Example Sentences

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It was also a reminder that Wall Street has shrugged off a remarkable number of geopolitical worries this year.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

So far Ms. Takaichi is standing firm, and Mr. Furuya has shrugged off sanctions by saying he didn’t plan to visit China anyway.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

For its part, Apple has shrugged off memory concerns.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

The PM has shrugged off questions about why he decided to announce the general election in torrential rain.

From BBC • May 24, 2024

"She seems to think she has," shrugged Selina.

From Jane Allen: Right Guard by Bancroft, Edith