shrug lightly

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to shrug with a small, gentle movement

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He gave a shrug lightly as if to say, 'What can you do?'
She shrugged lightly when asked about the accident.
With a light shrug, he indicated he didn't know the answer.
The comedian shrugged lightly to emphasize the absurdity of the situation.
When questioned about his absence, he offered a light shrug.
She shrugged lightly, a gesture of mild indifference.
He shrugged lightly, dismissing the concern with a subtle movement.
Her light shrug conveyed a sense of reluctant acceptance.
The character shrugged lightly at the unexpected turn of events.
He responded with a light shrug, a silent admission of uncertainty.