Word Finder - shrug

definition

A lifting of the shoulders to signal indifference or a casual lack of knowledge.

example

He dismissed my comment with a shrug.

definition

A cropped, cardigan-like garment with short or long sleeves, typically knitted.

definition

To raise (the shoulders) to express uncertainty, lack of concern, (formerly) dread, etc.

example

I asked him for an answer and he just shrugged.

His shrug and tone were nonchalant.

A resolute shrug indicated his search was futile.

It was his turn to shrug.

Without waiting for her to reply, he strode away, pausing only long enough to shrug into his denim jacket.

I told you the most fantastic tale, and you shrug it off like it's natural.

Dean gave him a that's-your-problem shrug, then added, "If she had any information she would have told me."

Carmen lifted her shoulders in a noncommittal shrug.

Lathum dismissed the subject with a shrug.

There is a stigma attached to people who are mentally ill which they can not seem to shrug off.

We have tried multiple times to sit and talk with them but all they do is shrug thier shoulders and say i dont know.

Claudette digested the response reflectively and then lifted her lovely shoulders in a graceful shrug again.

Then right to that air-conditioned theater to catch a few winks, " Sam joked, getting a shrug in return.

A more perfect way to shrug off the terrors of the day I cannot imagine.

The profession can no longer with impunity shrug aside reasonable requests to mediate.

Finish the look with a black sweater shrug and pearl jewelry.

Death said with a shrug.

At best, there was impotent rage; at worst, a shrug of the shoulders.

Seeing no other way out of the situation, Julian gave a mental shrug and pulled the trigger.

These are not just anomalies or paradoxes about which we can simply shrug our shoulders.

His stone-like skin can easily shrug off high-caliber bullets.

Featured on the Vaultage 79 album, the song has a nifty sax riff and Darris carries it all off with a shrug.

Or have we actually become conformed to our culture, accepted its view of time with a stoical shrug?

Try balancing your body with a shrug or shawl that will ward off the chill while flattering your upper half.

In addition, it comes with three pieces - the dress, a garter, and a shrug - to make the look complete.

You shrug slightly Drasoini says, The Aether heals in different ways.

Yes, I should be along tomorrow, and will explain about the shrug when I see you.

If all else fails, try wearing a pretty wrap or shrug with a sleeveless gown.

A shrug can add a bit of finesse to an otherwise simple, if cute, ensemble.

Since it's such an easy way of showing off your individual style, why not take it a step further and make your shrug truly individual?

Or, if you already have some knitting experience, you can make a much more elaborate plus sweater shrug - or several!

After all, you are going to wear this shrug - you want to know it will feel as fabulous as it will look.

A sweater shrug is a versatile piece that can be worn with existing items in your closet.

It's fully lined and even comes with a matching shrug.

The shrug cardigan sweater falls at midriff level or slightly higher.

This three-piece costume has a sparkly blue, long sleeved shrug bra top paired with a sleeveless white vest.

The Dolman Cocoon Plus Shrug is like wearing a shawl that you don't have to continually readjust.

If you are a comparatively new knitter, a cocoon sweater or shrug is one of the easier things you can make as it requires so little shaping and fitting.

Deficiency symptoms may be subtle and easy to shrug off.

Again, a simple dressy shrug can fix almost every case of misshapen biceps.

Choose a basic shrug to wear around your shoulders for summer-anything you have in your closet will work in a coordinating shade.

Wear a shrug over a sheer halter secured with a flashy pin or brooch of your choice.

Choose a slinky shrug or a shawl to keep your arms and shoulders warm.

If you're worried about being cold, throw on a shrug or a fitted peacoat over the top.

If you can find one that you like, you'll save yourself the agony of trying to find a shrug or wrap in just the right style and color.

Feel free to throw a light shrug on top for greater coverage.

It is made of Thai silk and comes with a velour shrug.

The sort of problem that makes you shrug and think, "must have been something I ate," could indicate gluten sensitivity.

Virgo is also a good match for a Capricorn because these signs both share a mutual work ethic and a penchant for perfectionism that Cancer may shrug off.

They shrug it off and try kissing again when they hear the sound of a shotgun preparing to fire.

Now shrug straight up, like the "I don't know" motion, as far as you can go.