as in to bob
to make short up-and-down movements
though she couldn't see the rain, she knew it had started because she could see the flowers nod as raindrops hit them
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Recent Examples of nod
Tim Chan, HollywoodReporter, 29 May 2026
As such, the album title simultaneously nods to its unique origins as well as a longstanding tradition of the late singer.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 1 June 2026
The kids sampled the experience firsthand with cups of blueberries and cream, a sweet nod to the land’s natural bounty, according to the news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
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Verb
Canadian Screen Awards 2026 Nominees Heated Rivalry landed 18 nominations for this year’s ceremony, including a nod for Best Drama Series, as well as Lead Performance nods for Hudson Williams and Francois Arnaud.
—Tim Chan, HollywoodReporter, 29 May 2026
As such, the album title simultaneously nods to its unique origins as well as a longstanding tradition of the late singer.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Noun
No discussion about Downton Abbey would be complete without a nod to the late actress Maggie Smith, who played the redoubtable Dowager Countess of Grantham.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 1 June 2026
The kids sampled the experience firsthand with cups of blueberries and cream, a sweet nod to the land’s natural bounty, according to the news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nod
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While the view from my balcony, overlooking yachts bobbing in the marina and Table Mountain further beyond, was lovely, nothing compares to the two-bedroom Cape Grace suite, with its panoramic perch over the mountain and harbor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Metallic cat-eye and chrome finishes give the effect of an ice-cold glass, while sheer jelly polishes look almost exactly like the paper-thin slice of lime bobbing in your drink.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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Researchers say the findings could represent a major shift in the treatment of metastatic pancreatic cancer if the drug receives FDA approval.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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But that agreement says that anyone other than the association needs to get city approval.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
1 June 2026
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Coco Jones wears a stunning light purple midi dress adorned with bows at the Strung opening night screening during the 2026 American Black Film Festival on May 27 in Miami Beach, Florida.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Access Hollywood and Access Daily The iconic Hollywood news show hosted by Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, Zuri Hall, and Scott Evans will soon take its final bow after roughly three decades on the air.—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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Carefully pour 3/4 cup coconut milk and 1 1/4 cups water down the side of the skillet and give the pan a shake to submerge the rice.—
Emily Weinstein,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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There are also croissants, sandwiches and shakes.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
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Malaysian diver Lee Kian Lie told CNN that rescue divers were teaching the villagers how to dive out of the cave themselves, as the space is narrow and water levels are not coming down despite efforts to pump the water out.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Four others were able to climb out by themselves on Saturday, Laos rescue group Rescue Volunteer for People said on Facebook, as water levels came down following efforts to pump water out of the cave system.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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Her agency offers various programs like caregiver support and meal services, along with opportunities to exercise the mind.—
Lauren Pastrana,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Israel invaded Lebanon in March in pursuit of Hezbollah, which fired across the border in support of Tehran.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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The dip in bond yields, which follows Thursday’s downward move, comes ahead of key labor data releases later this morning from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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For her, the aftermath of that victory brought heightened anxiety, and searing criticism from outsiders when the Swedish pro’s play took a dip.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Give it a wiggle and the rhinestones obligingly flip right-side up, ready to be picked up.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
19 May 2026
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The bolt that holds the rack to the trailer hitch receiver gets nice and tight, eliminating the wiggle and clang-and-bang that an old hand-me-down rack tends to have.—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
13 May 2026
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“Nod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nod. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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