give a thumbs-up
Example Sentences
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Looking disconsolate as he tried to process the loss while sitting on his chair, Medvedev managed to give a thumbs-up to the crowd when they applauded his efforts.
From BBC ● Jan. 28, 2024
Dye’s expression was sad — even his trademark mustache seemed to droop — but he managed to give a thumbs-up signal and offer a two-fingered Trojan salute as the crowd applauded.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2022
The characters are distinguishable only by girth and pompadour, and, during a “Rocky”-esque training montage, the seals master push-ups but struggle to give a thumbs-up.
From New York Times ● Dec. 30, 2021
“Buyers can ‘favorite’ a house with a heart, and then invite collaborators to give a thumbs-up or a thumbs-down.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 14, 2018
Armstrong moved his hands and appeared to give a thumbs-up.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 5, 2016
