Shrug and Writhe

Shrug

Shrug verb - Raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation.
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Synonyms for Shrug

Writhe and shrug are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Writhe" instead a verb "Shrug".

Nearby Word: shrugged

Writhe

Writhe verb - To cause to twine about one another.

Shrug and writhe are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Shrug" instead a verb "Writhe".

Nearby Words: writhed, writhing
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