thumbs-up

Example Sentences

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Hato's half-volley from just inside the area whistled into the top corner, earning the teenage defender a thumbs-up from Rosenior.

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

Earlier in the week, the governor said Staff Sgt Wolfe had responded to a nurse with a thumbs-up and was able to move his toes.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

It's mostly a thumbs-up for Birmingham's Christmas market when it comes to authenticity, then - but how does it compare to one in Germany?

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

One parachutist—a slim, blue-eyed 22-year-old named Hannah Senesh—gave a thumbs-up, walked calmly to the edge of the hatch and jumped.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

As we were leaving, Mr. Terupt gave us a thumbs-up sign.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea