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Shrug aside

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Emotional Dismissal

Used to convey indifference or a lack of concern, often perceived as rude or insensitive.

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When the environmental issues were raised, the CEO just shrugged them aside.
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Conversational Nuance

Indicates the speaker is not allowing something to interrupt or derail the conversation or activity.

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He shrugged aside the interruption and continued with his speech.
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Casual Connotation

Often used in casual or informal contexts, less likely in formal discourse.

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They shrugged aside the rumors and went about their day.
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