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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The body language of First Lady Melania Trump at the inauguration has sparked significant curiosity.
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Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Modern digital products learn how to mimic the heuristic abilities of an experienced salesperson, paying attention to the digital body language and providing the right recommendations at the right time.
—Kalyan Garimella, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Cunha’s bizarre actions in removing the glasses from the face of an Ipswich staff member in what turned out to be O’Neil’s final game in charge hinted at a player unable to keep a lid on his emotions and his body language since returning from his two-match ban has been less than ideal.
—Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
People communicate in meetings more with body language than vocally.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Modern digital products learn how to mimic the heuristic abilities of an experienced salesperson, paying attention to the digital body language and providing the right recommendations at the right time.
—Kalyan Garimella, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Cunha’s bizarre actions in removing the glasses from the face of an Ipswich staff member in what turned out to be O’Neil’s final game in charge hinted at a player unable to keep a lid on his emotions and his body language since returning from his two-match ban has been less than ideal.
—Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
People communicate in meetings more with body language than vocally.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Body language.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20language. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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