Meaning of the word "shrug something off/aside" in English
What does "shrug something off/aside" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shrug something off/aside
US /ʃrʌɡ ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ɔːf/əˈsaɪd/
UK /ʃrʌɡ ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ɒf/əˈsaɪd/
Phrasal Verb
to treat something as if it is not important or not a problem
Example:
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He managed to shrug off the criticism and continue with his work.
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The athlete shrugged off a minor injury to win the race.
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