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thumbs-up

[thuhmz-uhp] / ˈθʌmzˈʌp /

NOUN

stamp of approval

Synonyms

WEAK

approval go ahead green light rubber-stamp satisfaction

Antonyms

STRONGEST

thumbs-down

thumbs up

NOUN

stamp of approval

Synonyms

WEAK

approval go-ahead green light rubber stamp satisfaction

Example Sentences

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After the hearing, Hill smiled to journalists and gave thumbs up.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

She gives me a thumbs up, and with a kiss and a warm hug, we say goodbye.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

“Why in the world would we give a seal of approval or a thumbs up to make you the largest behemoth on the planet related to content?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

He has a big grin, giving two thumbs up.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026

Gabi flashes me a double thumbs up as I get up to take my turn.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler