gesture
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Decades later, Dalibor, now 44, was able to find the pair to thank them, saying the gesture had "meant a lot" at a time of great difficulty.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
“Please vote against that. That would deter people from voting,” Becerra said, making a thumbs-down gesture.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Don’t miss: Should wealthier Americans forgo their Social Security benefits as a charitable gesture?
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
"As a gesture to the international community, it's the wildcard Min Aung Hlaing was holding close to his chest," he said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
Autumn smiles and makes a knocking gesture with her hand—a promise, from her to Ama.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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Then Fox got up, approached Eatherly and made gestures toward him.
From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026
They could even convey the rules they had discovered through gestures or sketches.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026
First, top-tier American models must be released openly and regularly—not as one-time gestures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
His film contains gestures that trigger ironic laughs — he’s no dummy — but then leave you with a sting you may be embarrassed to admit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
Colin grips his toolbox with one hand and gestures with the other.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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Toward the end of the performance Raul stood and gestured to the crowd that they should stand and applaud.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
She gestured at a crowd of at least 40 people: “You’re not the only one. All these people are here because of StubHub.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
Muchova, who had clutched her ankle and gestured towards her side in pain during the final set, looked drained as she raised her arms in celebration.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
Anyway, before we could respond, he gestured at a TV mounted on the wall, level with the highest shelves groaning with organic kibble and handmade toys, and sang out, “Because there he is!”
From Salon ● May 2, 2026
If they can be taught to stop scratching and howling, then maybe...well, maybe so can I.” He gestured with his cigar.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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He began shouting and gesturing toward Caballero, which led to the benches clearing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
A few days later, a woman stood outside the window – gesturing a thumbs down.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
An image published on social media by Iranian embassies abroad put Ghalibaf centre stage in the Iranian negotiating team, looking animated and gesturing with his hand, as Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi busied himself with teacups.
From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026
Told by reporters that Hilton wanted Becerra to campaign for the ballot initiative, Becerra responded, “Come join me here, where the real people are,” gesturing toward the packed food hall.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
“I don’t know how I’d get around the beach with this thing. Too much sand,” he said, gesturing to his foot.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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