sign language

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The 37-year-old was the first professional comedian to stage a show in both English and sign language.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The first hurdle if he ends up staying in Colombia, is that he and his mother will have to learn Colombian sign language, which differs from American sign language.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

“Growing up, I never learned sign language, and that barrier prevented me from really connecting with my dad,” Osmond said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

While the Department of Health says approximately 8,000 people in Northern Ireland use either type of sign language.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

In some families the children worked out a sign language, but here the children spoke English, which their parents didn’t seem to hear.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston