shrug in a sentence

v. t.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8

Definition

To shrug is to raise and lower the shoulders briefly as a gesture of indifference or lack of concern.

She simply shrugged when asked about her missing homework.
After hearing the news, he gave a quick shrug and returned to his work.
When faced with the question, she shrugged, unsure of how to respond.
Despite the criticism, he shrugged it off and continued with his project.
The child shrugged his shoulders, indicating he didn't know the answer.
She gave a slight shrug when asked about her plans for the weekend.
When he didn't understand the joke, he simply shrugged and smiled.
The child shrugged his shoulders in response to the unexpected question.
Despite the criticism, she shrugged off the negativity and continued her work.
He shrugged, indicating that he had no preference between the two options.
She simply shrugged when asked about her plans for the weekend.
After hearing the criticism, he just gave a casual shrug and moved on.
The child shrugged his shoulders in confusion when asked to explain his drawing.
Despite the unexpected news, she responded with a nonchalant shrug, indicating it didn't bother her.
He shrugged off the compliment, insisting he was just doing his job.