gesture
Example Sentences
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It’s a truly stunning expression of his rage and betrayal — a seething accusation — told entirely through bodies and gesture.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Sarah welcomes the gesture and I’ve noticed others admiring my gallantry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Cuba has taken apparent steps in recent weeks to ease tensions, notably releasing groups of prisoners in two batches, in what it called a "humanitarian gesture."
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Bannon has already served prison time in the case - a four-month sentence at a low-security federal facility in Connecticut - rendering any potential dismissal a more symbolic gesture.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
“Yes,” said Handsome, deeply moved, not just by his striking image in the mirror, but by the thoughtful gesture of Duane’s gift.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
Vocabulary lists containing gesture
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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