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thumbs-up

[thuhmz-uhp] / ˈθʌmzˈʌp /
NOUN
stamp of approval
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thumbs up


Example Sentences

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According to the Associated Press, Bryant flashed a thumbs up to a person in the courtroom before leaving.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

"It seems to be getting the thumbs up on social media from Scotland fans but there has been a dispute about whether it is pink or orange," Husband told BBC Scotland News.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

She flashed two thumbs up to her coaching team before dropping in.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

“Why in the world would we give a seal of approval or a thumbs up to make you the largest behemoth on the planet related to content?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Joey DeLucca had been watching her, and he smiled and gave her a thumbs up.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements




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