Grammar fix
shrug off
dismiss something easily / treat as unimportant
To show that you are not worried about something, or to treat a problem, criticism, or responsibility as if it is not important or serious.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
Despite the negative comments, she just shrugged off the criticism and kept going.
In my opinion, successful leaders are able to shrug off setbacks and stay focused on their goals, which is essential in a competitive environment.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: She shrugged off from the bad news.
Say: She shrugged off the bad news.
'Shrug off' takes the object directly — no 'from'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Shrug off' is the natural verb for brushing something aside; 'disregard as inconsequential' is formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
shrug off + setback
- the criticism
- the defeat
- an injury
- concerns