mime
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
During live shoots, however, background actors stay silent and mime their conversations, “a skill set in and of itself,” Gemmill says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
So then, if this is Percy and this is Stack, what they would do is he would go get changed, be Smoke, and we would kind of mime the scene.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025
Maybe that mime on the beach who nearly drowned.
From Salon • Mar. 14, 2024
The Belfast comedian does not speak in the hour-long show until the very end, instead relying on mime, music and audience participation.
From BBC • Feb. 13, 2024
I point to his canteen, and with my hand I mime the drinking motion.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
Vocabulary lists containing mime
Theater - Introductory
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Theater - Middle School
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Theater - High School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
