sign language

Example Sentences

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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

Think sign language for people who can hear.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

While the Department of Health says approximately 8,000 people in Northern Ireland use either type of sign language.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

“Each of the spices, dear brothers, became for us a smelling word, a sign language of the nose. Good thing I had purchased so many.”

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri