gesture
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Olsen: You’ve expressed some frustration recently with the phrase “representation” — that it’s become kind of a hollow gesture.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
After unleashing a superb backhand winner from an acute angle off the court, she broke into a broad grin and spread her arms out in a gesture that suggested she was surprising even herself.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Before kick-off, Iranian players presented white roses to their American counterparts as a gesture of peace, in a moment widely seen as transcending politics.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Last week, the beloved Sesame Street character attempted what seemed like a harmless gesture of sportsmanship, posting support for both teams competing in the Finals.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
I say with an over-the-top gesture and point to the lit-up neon sign.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
Vocabulary lists containing gesture
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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"Of Mice and Men"
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"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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