sign language

Example Sentences

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The SNP's Karen Adam, carer to her deaf father, made her statement in sign language.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

There was also the sign language with Kimiko, and the connection.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The Republic of Ireland passed legislation in 2017, providing for the recognition of Irish Sign Language, its use in legal proceedings and the provision of interpretation into sign language by public bodies.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The 37-year-old was the first professional comedian to stage a show in both English and sign language.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

In some families the children worked out a sign language, but here the children spoke English, which their parents didn’t seem to hear.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston