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Definitions

body language

NOUN
nonverbal communication
Synonyms
STRONGEST
gesture
WEAK
body movement gestures kinesics mannerisms motion visual communication

Example Sentences

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As soon as they heard those words from the manager, I watched their body language immediately shift from excitement to visible tension.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

She punched the air at the conclusion, and even as she missed out on a medal she had the body language of someone pleased to have brought her best to the Olympic stage.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

Each and every one showed a good body language today.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Some sleuths have resorted to studying body language as they try to pierce the veil of secrecy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

Or was Aretha just responding to my body language?

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate