gesture

Example Sentences

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The 20-year-old held his hands to his neck in a 'choking' gesture before letting out a roar of celebration.

From BBC

Mr. Ehnes gave it fresh life in a reflective reading generally shorn of showy gestures.

From The Wall Street Journal

While one could read Roberts’ comment simply as a lovely gesture, the shoutout was much more significant than it initially seemed.

From Salon

In a gesture of kindly helpfulness, she pulled the carpetbag from Mrs. Maroney’s clutches.

From Literature

The toy features elbow and wrist articulation, which allows for stimming and other gestures.

From Los Angeles Times