body language
noun
: the gestures, movements, and mannerisms by which a person or animal communicates with others
Examples of body language in a Sentence
We could tell from his body language that he was nervous.
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Executives and leaders set the tone through their actions, body language, and communication style.
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John Hall, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Behaviors that display 'love' through body language can be approaching another cat with relaxed and friendly vibes.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
So Brekke, a veteran teacher, uses facial expressions and hand gestures and body language and all manner of visuals to coax kids out of their protective shell.
—Courtney Crowder, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
The body language of the encounter also told the story.
—Evan Nierman, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
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John Hall, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Behaviors that display 'love' through body language can be approaching another cat with relaxed and friendly vibes.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
So Brekke, a veteran teacher, uses facial expressions and hand gestures and body language and all manner of visuals to coax kids out of their protective shell.
—Courtney Crowder, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
The body language of the encounter also told the story.
—Evan Nierman, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for body language
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“Body language.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20language. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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