shakes off

VERB

lose by getting away

Synonyms

WEAK

clear dislodge drop elude get away from get rid of give the slip leave behind remove rid oneself of throw off unburden

Antonyms

WEAK

appear present

Example Sentences

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Granado-Gomez shakes off the risks and calls tax experts’ warnings “self-serving.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

"It's hard for me to imagine that Elon Musk, in the very near term, shakes off the damage that he's done to this brand," said Mr Kotchen.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

“But as things stand, it’s difficult to identify any significant support levels as the market shakes off the bullish froth.”

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

But Ewan shakes off Greg's weak grip and heads to the podium.

From Salon • May 22, 2023

She shakes off my hand and picks up the pace.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland