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gesture

[jes-cher] / ˈdʒɛs tʃər /


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The gesture felt especially important because the tournament is beginning under difficult circumstances for Iran.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Last week, the beloved Sesame Street character attempted what seemed like a harmless gesture of sportsmanship, posting support for both teams competing in the Finals.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

His left hand clutches a silver teapot in a gesture midway between a caress and a grasp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Backstage, every gesture from the troupe was ultra-confident.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

And I didn’t want to make her regret the gesture by staying out too long.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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