Example Sentences

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It’s encouraging how the stock is shrugging off back-to-back doji candles in February and March.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

After months of twists and turns, Nvidia may be able to start selling its chips in China again, but the market is shrugging off the news.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

“We’re not taking it lightly. No one is shrugging about it here. We’re taking it seriously here.”

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2024

At least for now, Newsom is shrugging off the presidential compliments and sticking to the script.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2023

Much of the world is shrugging as well.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2023