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American Sign Language

NOUN
sign language used in North America
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Her father, Joshua Hottle, first shared news of her death in American Sign Language in a tearful video posted to Facebook.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

Her father, Joshua Hottle, posted a video statement via Facebook, using American Sign Language to confirm details of her death.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

The children were thriving, learning American Sign Language and unbothered by their deafness.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 23, 2026

Disney Animation announced Wednesday that “Songs in Sign Language,” comprised of three musical numbers from recent Disney movies newly reimagined in American Sign Language, will debut April 27 in honor of National Deaf History Month.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 4, 2026

Ever since I met her, we’ve been communicating primarily through American Sign Language.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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