body languages

plural of body language
as in attitudes
movements or positions of the body that express a person's thoughts or feelings We could tell from his body language that he was nervous.

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Noun
  • During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 23 June 2026
  • It is caused by environments that allow harmful attitudes to take root.
    Susan Madsen, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • The optimism in markets Monday could still prove premature, as negotiations over the strait and attack postures in the broader region remain fluid.
    Rob Wile, NBC news, 22 June 2026
  • Spending time in challenging postures under high heat (105 degrees) and humidity can build strength, balance, and endurance.
    Paula Chesley, STAT, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • Hostility began to bubble between Franzese and Singer when the debate turned to Americans’ trust in Congress, as candidates shared their stances on term limits and stock trading.
    Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2026
  • Advertisement The candidates’ stances on Israel were an issue in the races.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Scroll on for the ultimate breakdown and get inspired to put your spin on these looks for your next getaway.
    Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
  • While traditional tailoring and minimalist silhouettes dominated the red carpet, prospects masterfully personalized their looks.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
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“Body languages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/body%20languages. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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