signaling

Example Sentences

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Here, too, we’ll bite the bullet: Virtue signaling is—or can often be—virtuous.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

In a shift from his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, Carney is signaling that the government is open to natural-gas production to meet future electricity needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Wholesale perishable food prices—particularly produce and diary—also posted sharp gains, signaling the impact of higher transportation costs.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

For months, they’ve been signaling as if with a searchlight how much they covet the 6-foot-11 Greek forward.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The lights flickered, signaling it was time for lights-out, and I made a mental note to tell Elliot about it at breakfast the next day.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin