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Recent Examples of sign language
Cloudlike bursts and quivering lines give a sense of the physicality of sign language.
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Aruna D’souza, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
The Silence of My Hands | Dir. Manuel Acuña; 2024; Mexico; 80 min
Rosa and Sai are committed to one another despite distance separating them in this sensory journey spoken entirely in sign language.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
Former Sharks executive Doug Wilson Jr. used sign language.
—Jeremy Rutherford, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
The Caesar trilogy featured a mix of human and ape characters, with many apes using sign language to communicate.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 18 Dec. 2024
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Aruna D’souza, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
The Silence of My Hands | Dir. Manuel Acuña; 2024; Mexico; 80 min
Rosa and Sai are committed to one another despite distance separating them in this sensory journey spoken entirely in sign language.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
Former Sharks executive Doug Wilson Jr. used sign language.
—Jeremy Rutherford, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
The Caesar trilogy featured a mix of human and ape characters, with many apes using sign language to communicate.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 18 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for sign language
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sign language
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Brian Snyder | Reuters President Donald Trump found the tone and body language of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksyy objectionable during an Oval Office meeting that exploded into a loud argument on Friday, the White House told CNBC.—
Eamon Javers,Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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Beharie’s ability to subtly emote with facial expressions and body language add complexity to an otherwise hollow Casey who at times can be frustrating to pin down and understand.—
Morgan A. Grain,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
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Well Walmart gapped down after reporting earnings and that sparked a wave of selling on Wall Street.—
Adam Sarhan,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Depending on the formula, ingredients like polymers and powders create lift and definition—perfect for everything from soft waves to slick backs—while humectants keep your hair hydrated for a glossy, smooth finish.—
Siena Gagliano,
Allure,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Then, when Mars moved into your sign, emotional layers resurfaced.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
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That includes preliminary trade data showing a record surge of goods imported into the U.S. — a sign of businesses bringing things in early to get ahead of the administration's tariff threats.—
Axios,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Severe crashes were typically due to failure to yield, failure to reduce speed, improper or unsafe lane usage, disobeying traffic signs and signals, and roadway departure, according to Vissers’ presentation.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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What develops in the darkroom are visions that speak to the possibility of a harmonious future, signal to a prosperous past, and highlight present horrors.—
Lauren LeBlanc,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s recent controversial behavior includes addressing an inauguration audience with a gesture many interpreted to be a Nazi salute.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2025
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The actress didn't seem to shy away from the gesture, and appeared to welcome the affectionate embrace.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Sign language.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sign%20language. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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