Shrug (Verb)
Meaning
Raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation.
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- She just shrugged when I asked her if she wanted to go to the party or not.
- He raised his shoulders in a shrug, not knowing what to say in the awkward situation.
- The student shrugged and resumed her studying, dismissing the distraction.
- It's not like it matters, he thought to himself, and let his shoulders shrug in indifference.
- When I asked my friend if they won the game, they simply shrugged and changed the subject.