as in bobs
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 nods
Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Another season would mark 16 in the big leagues for Goldschmidt, who has earned seven All-Star nods, five Silver Slugger Awards, four Gold Glove Awards and a Most Valuable Player Award in his storied career.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The update also nods to her close personal and creative connection with her goddaughter Cyrus, who performed the song in a high-profile appearance on NBC’s Saturday Night Live in 2021.
—Russ Penuell, Billboard, 27 Jan. 2026
The Mostro Ballet keeps the franchise’s original traction language intact with a low rubber sole that nods to the sport-ready grip pattern of the 1999 Mostro, with its toothy tread visible along the outsole edge.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Cecere boosted her career totals to 63 points, earning nods to the Dual County League All-Conference team and the NFHCA All-Region First Team.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
With this nomination, DiCaprio joins esteemed actors like Daniel Day-Lewis, Michael Caine, Laurence Olivier, Jack Lemmon, Peter Finch and Dustin Hoffman as the seventh person to receive seven career BAFTA nods, tied for most among any male actor, according to Variety.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The vibe nods to retro Palm Beach—think kitschy neon signs and plenty of spots to lounge—while the menu covers cocktails, shareable drinks, and solid bar food.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
In November, three Philadelphia restaurants earned the city's first Michelin stars — Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance — and several others got nods from the prestigious travel guide.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Christian Romo, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Elsewhere, Chloé Zhao’s Shakespearean heartbreaker and Josh Safdie’s ping-pong caper Marty Supreme earned 11 BAFTA nods each.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Another season would mark 16 in the big leagues for Goldschmidt, who has earned seven All-Star nods, five Silver Slugger Awards, four Gold Glove Awards and a Most Valuable Player Award in his storied career.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The update also nods to her close personal and creative connection with her goddaughter Cyrus, who performed the song in a high-profile appearance on NBC’s Saturday Night Live in 2021.
—Russ Penuell, Billboard, 27 Jan. 2026
The Mostro Ballet keeps the franchise’s original traction language intact with a low rubber sole that nods to the sport-ready grip pattern of the 1999 Mostro, with its toothy tread visible along the outsole edge.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Cecere boosted her career totals to 63 points, earning nods to the Dual County League All-Conference team and the NFHCA All-Region First Team.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
With this nomination, DiCaprio joins esteemed actors like Daniel Day-Lewis, Michael Caine, Laurence Olivier, Jack Lemmon, Peter Finch and Dustin Hoffman as the seventh person to receive seven career BAFTA nods, tied for most among any male actor, according to Variety.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The vibe nods to retro Palm Beach—think kitschy neon signs and plenty of spots to lounge—while the menu covers cocktails, shareable drinks, and solid bar food.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026
In November, three Philadelphia restaurants earned the city's first Michelin stars — Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance — and several others got nods from the prestigious travel guide.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
Released in 2024, the uniforms have multiple nods to car culture, including a tire mark down the middle of the jersey and a nod to Woodward Ave on the sleeve.
—Christian Romo, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nods
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Just after lunchtime on a Saturday in November, a sea of purple braids bobs in unison, barely clearing the tops of the movie-theater seats behind them.—
Eliza Berman,
Time,
9 Dec. 2025
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The reader bobs along in the author’s stream of consciousness, riding crests of despair, anger, and hilarity as Toews assembles the shards of her past to investigate her will to write, which is deeply entwined with her will to live.—
Kristen Martin,
The Atlantic,
27 Aug. 2025
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Her son, Daniel, is on the autism spectrum, and Keane recalled a debate in the early 2010s over whether to increase funding for mental health supports.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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This refers to a series of policies in Mississippi that were focused on improving childhood literacy, including student supports, a focus on phonics, tutoring, accountability metrics and teacher training programs.—
Emma Murphy,
Oklahoma Voice,
22 Jan. 2026
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The dress featured a ruching detail at the front, which connected at the center of the dress and decorated with two bows at the neckline and at the hem.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Gangs fought with bows and flaming arrows, and the murder rate was among the world’s highest.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Available in powder form, whey protein is commonly used to create protein shakes that serve as meal replacements and support muscle building.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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Using a spatula, stir in flour, a few shakes of hot sauce, salt, and Rice Krispies cereal.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2026
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Taylor attended the Schiaparelli spring 2026 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on Monday in towering platform pumps custom-made for her for the event.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Worcester pumps about $6 million a year into snow removal.—
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Now, the question of whether the US could again use force – or tactics like tariffs or sanctions – to strong-arm countries into choosing Washington’s interests over ties with China is a viable risk being evaluated in the region’s capitals.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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The sanctions mean that affected officials and organizations will have their assets frozen, and they will be banned from traveling to Europe, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said.—
SAM McNEIL AND JON GAMBRELL THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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Hosting a Super Bowl watch party involves stocking up on tasty snacks, dips, and small bites to help keep hungry football fans satisfied for hours.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
30 Jan. 2026
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Data from the state's Bureau of Finance & Management indicates several months measured in FY2025 saw dips in sales and use tax growth.—
Dominik Dausch,
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,
29 Jan. 2026
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Ross’s video does not show if the SUV made contact with him, as the camera angle jerks up to the sky.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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The video suddenly jerks away as the vehicle starts to move and shots can be heard.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Nods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nods. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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