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Recent Examples of sign language
The actress learned sign language and piano-playing for the role, Method-y affectations that explain the craftsmanlike lived-in quality of the performance.
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Darren Franich, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
For deaf or hard of hearing individuals who need sign language interpreter services, the IRS says, call TTY/TDD 800-829-4059 to make an appointment.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Skye knows sign language, lip-syncs to songs and mirrors dances with ease, revealing a remarkable ability to observe, communicate, and express herself at such a young age.
—Sydney Cisco, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Anfield bar staff are also being trained in basic sign language and there will be fan interpreters at every home game to translate pre-match announcements.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
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Darren Franich, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
For deaf or hard of hearing individuals who need sign language interpreter services, the IRS says, call TTY/TDD 800-829-4059 to make an appointment.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Skye knows sign language, lip-syncs to songs and mirrors dances with ease, revealing a remarkable ability to observe, communicate, and express herself at such a young age.
—Sydney Cisco, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Anfield bar staff are also being trained in basic sign language and there will be fan interpreters at every home game to translate pre-match announcements.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sign language
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Nick Pivetta’s body language evidenced frustration after two high fastballs — a staple pitch for the Padres’ ace — were called balls.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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McMahon has taken major steps forward in reading the floor, having positive body language and leading a team.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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Body temperature regulation during sleep is directly tied to melatonin production and smooth transitions into slow-wave and REM sleep, according to INTEGRIS Health’s 2025 clinical overview.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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This year’s Tribeca Festival has already announced its first wave of 118 features and 86 shorts for 2026.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2026
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Counsell thought Suzuki’s at-bats looked good from the onset of Tuesday’s game and felt the swings in his first at-bat were a great sign.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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As the Moon meets Jupiter in your sign, your presence carries weight and people respond to your tone.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Still, not all signals are aligned.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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The device uses sensitive carbon rather than metal to deliver signals that are much clearer and more precise, enabling surgeons to map and understand brain activity in real time with far greater detail.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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Standing for the first time free of coffles on his feet, a man holds his broken chain aloft in a gesture that predates the Black Power fist that would become popular a century after this sculpture was hewn from rock.—
Tyehimba Jess,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Two team presidents sat inside the council chambers as the ordinance passed, more than a gesture of appreciation.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Sign language.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sign%20language. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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