100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "shrug"

Definition

The verb shrug means to raise one's shoulders slightly and momentarily to express doubt, indifference, or a lack of knowledge or concern about something.

Synonyms

• Raise
• Lift
• Gesture
• Dismiss
• Indicate

Antonyms

• Embrace
• Accept
• Acknowledge
• Comprehend
• Care

Examples

1. When asked about his plans for the weekend, he simply shrugged his shoulders.
2. She shrugged in response to the confusing instructions.
3. The child shrugged off his parents' concerns about the storm.
4. As the teacher explained the assignment, some students just shrugged.
5. He gave a nonchalant shrug when he didn’t know the answer.
6. She shrugged as if to say it didn't matter.
7. I can't believe he just shrugged at the criticism.
8. When confronted about his mistakes, he merely shrugged.
9. The athlete shrugged off the injury and continued to play.
10. She shrugged her shoulders, indicating she had no idea what was happening.
11. He shrugged it off as if it were no big deal.
12. They exchanged a shrug when the topic changed unexpectedly.
13. I could only shrug when asked about the missing files.
14. The detective shrugged at the lack of evidence.
15. With a shrug, she decided to go out despite the rain.
16. He shrugged, showing he was uninterested in the gossip.
17. I shrugged my way through the awkward conversation.
18. When she heard the news, she simply shrugged and moved on.
19. He shrugged his shoulders and smiled, not taking it too seriously.
20. The manager shrugged when asked about the project delays.
21. She shrugged off the negative comments and continued her work.
22. "What can you do?" he said with a shrug.
23. They all just shrugged when the teacher asked who was responsible.
24. I watched him shrug as he walked away from the argument.
25. She gave a slight shrug, unsure of how to respond.
26. The puppy shrugged its little shoulders when I called its name.
27. He responded with a shrug, hinting at his indifference.
28. She shrugged her jacket tighter around her shoulders.
29. "I guess it doesn't matter," he said with a shrug.
30. The artist shrugged off criticism of the painting.
31. He simply shrugged when asked why he didn’t attend the meeting.
32. The cat shrugged off the rain and continued its stroll.
33. She shrugged her way through the difficult conversation.
34. He gave a casual shrug, indicating he was okay with whatever.
35. "Who knows?" she replied with a shrug.
36. The student shrugged when asked about her grades.
37. He shrugged in disbelief at the news he just heard.
38. With a quick shrug, she dismissed the idea entirely.
39. The team shrugged off their recent losses.
40. She shrugged at the idea of going out in the cold.
41. He just shrugged and walked away, not wanting to argue.
42. The audience shrugged collectively at the confusing plot twist.
43. She shrugged when asked if she wanted dessert.
44. He gave a thoughtful shrug, unsure of what to say next.
45. The dog shrugged as if to say it didn’t understand the command.
46. "Whatever," she said with a shrug.
47. He shrugged off the stress of the deadline.
48. She shrugged her way through the awkward silence.
49. The old man simply shrugged when asked about his past.
50. "It is what it is," he said with a shrug.
51. She shrugged at the possibility of bad weather.
52. He gave a playful shrug in response to the silly question.
53. The teacher shrugged when students complained about the homework.
54. She shrugged off her friend's worries.
55. He looked at her with a shrug, unsure of how to proceed.
56. "I don’t care," she said with a shrug.
57. The crowd shrugged when the band canceled the concert.
58. He shrugged at the thought of missing out.
59. She shrugged her way through the mundane tasks.
60. "It's just life," he said with a shrug.
61. The toddler shrugged when asked if he wanted to eat.
62. She shrugged at the idea of going to the party alone.
63. He shrugged off the suggestion like it was nothing.
64. They all just shrugged, not knowing what to do next.
65. She shrugged away her doubts.
66. He responded with a shrug, showing no concern.
67. The athlete shrugged off the pressure before the game.
68. She gave a playful shrug, enjoying the moment.
69. He shrugged while explaining his lack of experience.
70. The children shrugged when asked about their favorite game.
71. She simply shrugged and continued her work.
72. He shrugged, pretending it didn't bother him.
73. With a resigned shrug, she accepted the situation.
74. The dog shrugged off the cold, continuing to play.
75. "It's not important," he said with a shrug.
76. She shrugged when asked about her favorite movie.
77. He shrugged his shoulders, indicating he was confused.
78. The group shrugged at the unexpected turn of events.
79. She shrugged off the misunderstanding easily.
80. He gave a dismissive shrug to the critics.
81. "I have no idea," she said with a shrug.
82. The cat shrugged off the rain as it darted inside.
83. He shrugged, not wanting to argue about it.
84. She shrugged in agreement with her friend's plan.
85. The toddler shrugged when asked where his toy was.
86. He shrugged off his mistakes, ready to move on.
87. She simply shrugged, showing no interest.
88. He shrugged when asked about his future plans.
89. The team shrugged off the loss, looking forward to the next game.
90. With an exaggerated shrug, she mocked the situation.
91. He shrugged, indicating he didn't mind either way.
92. "It's just a game," she said with a shrug.
93. The crowd shrugged when the event was postponed.
94. She gave a thoughtful shrug, contemplating her options.
95. He shrugged at the rumors circulating about him.
96. She shrugged her way through the conversation, uninterested.
97. I shrugged at the idea of going out on a rainy night.
98. The audience shrugged at the movie's ending.
99. He shrugged off the embarrassment and laughed it off.
100. She looked at him with a shrug, knowing it was time to go.