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verb

present tense third-person singular of nod
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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noun

plural of nod
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as in supports

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as in bows

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as in shakes

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Recent Examples of nods
Verb
Variety has amassed 62 nominations for the Los Angeles Press Club’s 19th annual National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, including nods for Print Journalist of the Year for Chris Willman and Online Journalist of the Year for Ethan Shanfeld. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 28 Oct. 2026 The cushion, which is refillable, comes in a deep purple outer lacquer box, which nods to the world of watches, and with a pouch. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026 The decor nods to her career without losing sight of the hotel’s purpose as a place to unwind after a day exploring Music City. — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 26 Oct. 2026 There’s lots of other little movie references and nods in the movie. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 26 Oct. 2026 Spectral Lilac Lilac nods to early morning mist floating over an eerily still lake, or obscuring your path through a twisting forest. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026 Hollywell nods in agreement, and shouts out all the graffiti artists and other creatives who are still nearby. — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 21 Oct. 2026 The cashier nods, already stowing the book under the counter. — Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026 Those stalwart menu items — including the signature milk bread — drew national attention, including a feature in Bon Appétit and a string of James Beard Award semifinalist nods for Joe Kindred each year from 2016 through 2020. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 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
  1. bobs
  2. supports
  3. bows
  4. shakes
  5. pumps
  6. sanctions
  7. dips
  8. flicks
Verb
  • According to Calavante, bobs need a trimming every six to eight weeks to maintain their shape.
    — Sarah Madaus, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Onstage at this diverse block party of young and old in Malcolm X shirts and backward Jamaican flag hats, Elsesser bobs his head as if lost in thought.
    — Jeff Weiss, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of bobs
Noun
  • The rest comprises things like structural supports, cooling systems, electrical connections, etc.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The reports concern Goliath’s mechanical condition, structural supports, access areas and maintenance findings.
    — Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of supports
Noun
  • Bringing in the brand’s signature Polly Pocket-esque aesthetic, the eyewear is accompanied by seven magnetic baubles — including hearts, butterflies, bows, lips and stars — motifs that are seen across the brand.
    — Madison Collins, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
  • That spirit was alive across collections, where sweet bows, light pink shades, ruffles, and even embroidered kittens made their way onto bridal looks.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of bows
Noun
  • Organic and build-your-own shakes, gourmet coffee and yerba selections, and artisanal teas and infusions also are offered.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Before presenting a stick to the judges, a worker gave each a couple of good shakes to make sure no leaves fell out.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of shakes
Verb
  • Charli added a pair of pointed-toe Christian Louboutin pumps to complete the look, which was styled by Chris Horan.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Hilton has made the promise of $3 a gallon gasoline at California’s pumps a central plank of his affordability campaign.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of pumps
Noun
  • Yotova is expected to continue Radev's policy of keeping Bulgaria on its European path, while also calling for improved relations with Russia and the lifting of sanctions.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
  • For Moscow, the route offers an opportunity to redirect energy exports toward Asia as Western sanctions constrain its access to European markets, said industry watchers whom CNBC spoke to.
    — Lee Ying Shan,Matthew Tan, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of sanctions
Noun
  • With the sun setting earlier each day, mood and energy dips are likely to deepen through late fall.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Enjoy cottage cheese on its own with sweet or savory toppings, or turn it into high-protein dips, soups, and even ice cream.
    — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of dips
Noun
  • The Wu-Tang Clan's mastermind has carved out a second career directing mid-level action flicks, and last year's One Spoon of Chocolate is a solid if silly movie.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Long before the 63-year-old writer, musician, and TV personality became one of the most recognizable film critics in the United Kingdom, Kermode was just another British kid infatuated with rockabilly and horror flicks.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of flicks

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“Nods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nods. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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