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as in gesture
a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling
quietly waiting for the signal to advance
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history
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Recent Examples of signal
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The return of Beyond Meat could be the latest signal of a frothy market, one that is relentlessly climbing higher in spite of concerns around elevated valuations and a possible artificial intelligence bubble.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
In his remarks, Chairman Atkins continued to signal a shift from certain practices of the prior administration and an emphasis on an Enforcement Division that enforces the federal securities laws with fairness and transparency.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
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Noun
BofA’s methodology tracks 10 signals that tend to precede cyclical market tops.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The return of Beyond Meat could be the latest signal of a frothy market, one that is relentlessly climbing higher in spite of concerns around elevated valuations and a possible artificial intelligence bubble.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
In some ways, Doug’s death signaled two tragedies, as Sage’s grand romance also came to a climax and an end over the course of Gen V’s season two finale.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
In his remarks, Chairman Atkins continued to signal a shift from certain practices of the prior administration and an emphasis on an Enforcement Division that enforces the federal securities laws with fairness and transparency.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for signal
Noun
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Mbappe’s personal battle with the linesman’s flag.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Noting how a rainbow flag, pink bow and a red bow are signs of LGBTQ rights, breast cancer awareness, and HIV/AIDS, respectively, Norton said there is no symbol that is associated with mental health awareness.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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And although she was asked to be Towanda’s maid of honor, Tamar admitted the gesture didn’t feel the most sincere.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Neither of them said anything, but the hug from his unsung hero changed his life, and Schwartz has since tried to pass along that kind gesture to others who may be in pain.—
NPR,
NPR,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Meta motioned to stop Zuckerberg and Mosseri from testifying at the trial and argued for plaintiffs to use previous trial testimony.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
21 Oct. 2025
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On all three plays, the opposing offense motioned an eligible receiver from left to right pre-snap to force all of the Chargers’ cornerbacks to one side of the field.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The program curriculum includes contemporary case studies and experiential learning that helps students to develop strong analytical skills to become outstanding intelligence professionals.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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His journey from nervous child with an abusive father to an outstanding professional baseball player who was the MVP in 1971, and as a manager who was fired three times before taking the helm as the Yankees manager.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Stephens said there were signs of a struggle, and Thomas' body had been dragged about 180 feet into the woods.—
Bill Bowden,
Arkansas Online,
24 Oct. 2025
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Perri told him that was a sign of his brain rewiring.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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George waved him off and strode through our flat to the balcony.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, Mendoza went 21-4 as Columbus’ starting QB in a distinguished prep career.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
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Somewhere on this wide spectrum of distinguished Duke alums Cooper Flagg will sit.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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While the group of players who could win the prestigious Heisman have started thinning out, there are a lot of differing opinions about who the front-runner should be right now.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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Written by a onetime Vogue editor, this novel follows an editorial assistant at the world’s most prestigious fashion magazine at the turn of the millennium.—
Nora Dahlia,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Signal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signal. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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