body language
noun
: the gestures, movements, and mannerisms by which a person or animal communicates with others
Examples of body language in a Sentence
We could tell from his body language that he was nervous.
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And his body language is completely aligned with that philosophy.
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Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the firm, its robots provide interactive assistance, handling routine inquiries with a warm, human-like presence and expressive body language.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Relationships and social skills are best fostered face-to-face by seeing and reacting to people’s expressions and body language.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
Of course, there’s no guarantee what would have happened if the ball was in Hardy’s hands — and there was no immediate clarity on why he was pulled, whether for injury or another reason — but his body language in a sideline conversation with Drinkwitz said it all.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 28 Dec. 2025
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Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
According to the firm, its robots provide interactive assistance, handling routine inquiries with a warm, human-like presence and expressive body language.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Relationships and social skills are best fostered face-to-face by seeing and reacting to people’s expressions and body language.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
Of course, there’s no guarantee what would have happened if the ball was in Hardy’s hands — and there was no immediate clarity on why he was pulled, whether for injury or another reason — but his body language in a sideline conversation with Drinkwitz said it all.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 28 Dec. 2025
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“Body language.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20language. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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