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Things nod often describes ("nod ________")
How nod often is described ("________ nod")
- jerky
- sagacious
- subtle
- weary
- polite
- brisk
- barest
- gracious
- solemn
- grateful
- cool
- single
- vague
- distant
- simple
- gentle
- courteous
- eager
- encouraging
- cold
- sideways
- firm
- reassuring
- perceptible
- tight
- condescending
- sympathetic
- regal
- small
- formal
- impatient
- cheerful
- slow
- appreciative
- perfunctory
- sad
- haughty
- little
- grim
- emphatic
- half
- respectful
- nervous
- faint
- awful
- grave
- quiet
- pleasant
- noncommittal
- casual
- terse
- cordial
- usual
- vigorous
- abrupt
- imperceptible
- decisive
- short
- grudging
- curt
- shy
- mere
- stiff
- wise
- tiny
- brusque
- affirmative
- careless
- surly
- reluctant
- occasional
- slightest
- quick
- slight
- cursory
- familiar
- satisfied
- bright
- confident
- friendly
- weak
- dignified
- thoughtful
- silent
- significant
- final
- sharp
- brief
