sign language

Example Sentences

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The first hurdle if he ends up staying in Colombia, is that he and his mother will have to learn Colombian sign language, which differs from American sign language.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Think sign language for people who can hear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

An experienced sign language interpreter has said people like her can experience "emotional whiplash" trying to manage the demands of the role with limited support.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025

Now 59, Tina says learning sign language has given her a new way to communicate.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025

“Each of the spices, dear brothers, became for us a smelling word, a sign language of the nose. Good thing I had purchased so many.”

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri