A very large novel by Ayn Rand, a shallow but popular important Conservative thinker of the early to mid twentieth century. It explores many of the themes that later found their expression in Libertarian philosophy. Noteworthy for its interesting political views, paper thin characters and an awkward, implausible plot.
"Atlas Shrugged" is a book that really impresses people who haven't read much good fiction.
by balbulican July 21, 2004
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A non-verbal body or facial expression (movement) done by Hispanic individuals to express doubt, unfamiliarity, unawareness and/or inexperience in situations where simply ‘shrugging’ your shoulders is an acceptable response. This is frustrating to different cultures (mainly American) because simple body movements, don’t answer all of life’s tribulations.
“When asked why the gentleman hit 13 parked cars while driving under the influence, he responded with the ‘Mexican Shrug’”
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When you 'meh' so hard you have to turn around because people take your ass more seriously than your face.
Trevor was telling the worst joke, and I couldn't stand it so I gave him a butt shrug to distract him.
by Bexx425 January 22, 2017
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When you're too cool for mittens or gloves, and curl your fingers up into the sleeve of your coat.
Martha shivered in the cold and fist-shrugged to keep her hands warm.
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Noun: Violent involuntary muscular spasm after taking a piss. See also: Piss Shiver
"I had to take a leak outside in the cold air and the primal shrug nearly knocked me of my feet."
by blademonroe November 24, 2011
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Glen Beck was on TV again talking about shrugging his atlas. I can't believe they let people go on TV and talk like that.

Charles Koch was in the bathroom for a long time. I asked what he was doing in there, his only response was, "Atlas Shrugged"

I walked in on Rush Limbaugh in his office, he was atlas shrugging.
by jgritty January 23, 2013
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