Example Sentences

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Perhaps some investors will shrug if these measures show worsening sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Or they will shrug and say, “Time is on my side.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

Wang says he believes customers will shrug off the price increase, adding many customers see Netflix as a “core” streaming service.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2022

But change the subject, to automotive technology for instance, and the same will shrug it off.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2021

"When he does, I think you will find that he will shrug his shoulders—and say farewell."

From The Malefactor by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)