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verb

ˈnäd How to pronounce nod (audio)
Definition of nodnext
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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noun

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as in approval

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as in bow

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as in bob

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Recent Examples of nod
Verb
And then Porro’s slightly overhit cross was intelligently nodded back by Williams for Torres — yet another substitute — to smash home. — Michael Cox, New York Times, 20 July 2026 During the countdown to the official release of The Odyssey, Zendaya has captured the spotlight in a series of spectacular dresses that nod to her character, the Greek goddess Athena. — Luz García, Glamour, 18 July 2026
Noun
The Space Cadet star’s caption was an apparent nod to her mom Kelly Cunningham, who earlier in the year debuted her son Rhodes, whom the actress shares with ex Garrett Hedlund, on social media without telling her. — Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 Timur’s favorite page is about war veterans, a nod to his mother. — Constant Méheut, New York Times, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nod
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nod
  1. bob
  2. approval
  3. bow
  4. shake
  5. pump
  6. support
  7. dip
  8. wiggle
Verb
  • And that kind of thing didn’t happen in Mystic, a touristy escape from New York City complete with bobbing boats and sea lions doing tricks at the aquarium.
    — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 31 July 2026
  • Multiple saunas and cold plunge pools sit alongside hot pools right on deck, and the whole thing bobs gently while the harbor traffic goes by, which somehow makes the ritual feel more honest than any five-star spa could.
    — Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of bob
Noun
  • With the Planning Commission’s approval of the design review, the project can move forward through the city’s remaining permitting process before construction begins.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 26 July 2026
  • The project will go to the Oceanside Planning Commission for approval later this year, City Planner Oscar Romero said in an email Tuesday.
    — Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026
Definition of approval
Noun
  • Pair it with the Baby Crop Tee below, and accessorize with the Go with the Bow High Ponytail Cap, which has an adjustable bow closure.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
  • The doll exudes holiday glam in her floor-length, bold-red dress (reading as timeless and not tacky, courtesy of a sweetheart neckline, oversized bow detail, and voluminous skirt).
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
Definition of bow
Noun
  • Customers can also order shakes and iced coffee drinks as well as mini churros, donut bites and other desserts.
    — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026
  • As Ernest Hemingway's birthday rolls around each July, Florida bars from Key West to Miami Beach shake mojitos in tribute to the Nobel Prize-winning author.
    — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of shake
Verb
  • Fans expecting a national championship need to pump their brakes a bit, but there is no excuse for this team and coaching staff not to at least make the big dance in 2026.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
  • The impact is especially significant for small-scale farmers, many of whom rely on diesel fuel to pump water, harvest crops and transport goods to market.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026
Definition of pump
Noun
  • Around the same time, the city rescinded support for the Interstate 77 South toll lane project.
    — DJ Simmons July 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026
  • The problem arrives when the tools become the practice rather than a support for it.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of support
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  • The pool is on the smaller side, best for a refreshing dip rather than a whole afternoon affair—and the complimentary weekend yoga adds a nice and easy excuse to start the morning outside.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • An approachable menu featuring personal-sized artisan pizzas will also include shared plates, dips, salads and pizza-dough sandwiches, plus vegan-friendly options.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026
Definition of dip
Noun
  • During her visit to the Evelina London Children’s Hospital on Monday, Middleton wore the Suzannah London silk flippy wiggle shirtdress in white with black accents.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
  • Saints peppered Trick with punches in the corner, but Trick gave Ricky a little wiggle and answered with strikes of his own.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
Definition of wiggle

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“Nod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nod. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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