sign language

Example Sentences

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“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

Think sign language for people who can hear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

A BSL interpreter helps translate sign language into spoken language and vice versa.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

He said he had a CT scan and an MRI but the staff could not explain anything for him because there was nobody who knew sign language.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025

A different teacher used sign language as she tried to communicate with Emily.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea