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movements or positions of the body that express a person's thoughts or feelings
We could tell from his body language that he was nervous.
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Recent Examples of body language
The committee was unable to unearth a single statement or even body language suggesting Cheney coached Hutchinson’s testimony.
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Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
While there are stats, viral social media posts and body language experts who may question how hard Butler competed, the five-time All-NBA selection remains confident in his ability to carry a heavy load … whether in Miami or elsewhere.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The difference here is that director Ross knows just how much there is to mine in the faces and body language of a roomful of reform school residents awaiting punishment, or in the quiet, devastated aftermath.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2025
Other factors that influence this decision are the human's body language (dogs usually prefer people who can provide them with comfort over those who are overly stressed), specific personality traits, age and gender.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
While there are stats, viral social media posts and body language experts who may question how hard Butler competed, the five-time All-NBA selection remains confident in his ability to carry a heavy load … whether in Miami or elsewhere.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The difference here is that director Ross knows just how much there is to mine in the faces and body language of a roomful of reform school residents awaiting punishment, or in the quiet, devastated aftermath.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2025
Other factors that influence this decision are the human's body language (dogs usually prefer people who can provide them with comfort over those who are overly stressed), specific personality traits, age and gender.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for body language
Recent Examples of Synonyms for body language
Noun
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Thanks to statistics like these, America’s attitude toward higher education is undergoing a major shift.—
Mark C. Perna,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Sheryl Lee Ralph credits her youthful appearance to a positive attitude and taking care of herself.—
Janine Rubenstein,
People.com,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
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To avoid straining your muscles from bad posture, try sitting and standing straight and keeping all your joints at a 90-degree angle.—
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2025
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Trump is a proven supporter of Israel and is expected to take an assertive posture to conflicts with Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis and Iran as further evidenced by his initial appointments to key administration posts.—
Doug Friednash,
The Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Sometimes, an opponent can go between the legs, hesitate, then uncork a crossover to shift Bridges out of his defensive stance and get a straight line drive to the rim.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
18 Jan. 2025
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Offensive lineman Jim Tyrer often posed with a stance that underscored his dominance in the trenches, while fullback Gene Thomas embodied the team’s strength and versatility.—
Monty Davis,
Kansas City Star,
17 Jan. 2025
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His facial expressions conveyed a balance of seriousness and power, tempered with a calm, consoling demeanor that projected control.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Along the way, Freeman has won over fans, students, alumni, administrators and boosters not only for winning but for his calm and positive demeanor, deep faith and interactions in private and public settings.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Body language.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/body%20language. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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