sign language

Example Sentences

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The SNP's Karen Adam, carer to her deaf father, made her statement in sign language.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

There was also the sign language with Kimiko, and the connection.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The Republic of Ireland passed legislation in 2017, providing for the recognition of Irish Sign Language, its use in legal proceedings and the provision of interpretation into sign language by public bodies.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 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

She had done that a few times by mistake, and once her tongue had swelled up so much she had to talk to Mo in sign language for two days.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke