sign language

Example Sentences

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"Our language at home is sign language. When I'm not here they talk to each other in English, but they naturally switch to sign language when I come home," said Anthony.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The act also created a duty for the government to report on progress towards greater promotion and use of sign language in government communication with the public.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The Glaswegian has for several years had a sign language interpreter onstage at his shows.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

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

She had done that a few times by mistake, and once her tongue had swelled up so much she had to talk to Mo in sign language for two days.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke