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as in gesture
a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling
made a sign for the audience to be quiet
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Recent Examples of sign
Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
On Monday, Trump signed an executive order delaying the tariff deadline until Aug. 1.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 11 July 2025
Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 July 2025
At the heart of this innovative post-cleanse toner/essence are herbal staples ginseng, Solomon's seal, and Japanese lily, which soothe, brighten, and protect skin against environmental factors that can lead to signs of aging.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 10 July 2025
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Verb
On June 22, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA) into law.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
On Monday, Trump signed an executive order delaying the tariff deadline until Aug. 1.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 11 July 2025
Noun
Jim Lee and Robert Kirkman will hold panels and, in a sign of its growing popularity, there will be a host of anime and manga panels.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 July 2025
At the heart of this innovative post-cleanse toner/essence are herbal staples ginseng, Solomon's seal, and Japanese lily, which soothe, brighten, and protect skin against environmental factors that can lead to signs of aging.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sign
Verb
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The Bengals Bar & Kitchen's display wall has autographed footballs from a few past and present members of the team, including Burrow, Chase and former offensive lineman Dave Lapham.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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The author autographed an Eras Tour book for the little girl who had a brain tumor removed in September.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
Noun
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In an unprecedented diplomatic gesture, the United Kingdom’s royal family will welcome President Donald Trump for a second state visit this fall.—
Brendan Rascius
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Witnesses described two identical incidents in which a man approached two children, ages 4 and 6, and made inappropriate gestures at them before being chased away by witnesses, police said.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Melons are a cultural symbol, and a pair of Yukari Kings once famously sold for $45,000 at auction.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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Left-hander Tyler Anderson has been the symbol of the troubles.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
4 July 2025
Verb
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In 1992, three women — Laura McAllister, Michele Adams and Karen Jones — penned a missive to Alun Evans, the Football Association of Wales (FAW) general secretary, requesting an audience.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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In June 2020, Fawn Sharp, the President of the National Congress of American Indians, penned a powerful message to the team's owners and supporters.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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“Sign.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sign. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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