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Recent Examples of thumbs-up
Another clip shows the couple posing together by the shore, with the ocean stretching out behind them, as Magnussen gave a thumbs-up to the camera and Firestone smiled.
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Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Younger workers favored symbols such as the laughing face or red heart, while baby boomers, ages 60 to 78, were more likely to use the thumbs-up emoji.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
That’s assuming the panel will give its thumbs-up.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Moore shopped with the children and gave thumbs-up on their selections.
—Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
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Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Younger workers favored symbols such as the laughing face or red heart, while baby boomers, ages 60 to 78, were more likely to use the thumbs-up emoji.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
That’s assuming the panel will give its thumbs-up.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Moore shopped with the children and gave thumbs-up on their selections.
—Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thumbs-up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thumbs-up
Noun
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Original oak panelling, bespoke cabinetry, and subtle marquetry nod to Russell’s meticulous eye, while recent updates bring all the comforts of modern living without losing any of the house’s historic charm.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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There are discussion questions included at the end of the book to help guide readers through some of the more difficult topics, and the purple color scheme on the front cover is a nod to the purple ribbons used to promote awareness of domestic violence and signify the courage of survivors.—
Stephanie DeCarolis,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Twelve years after the Kewaunee Power Station shuttered, wounding the local economy, owner EnergySolutions is seeking government approval to build a new nuclear plant at the site — and is trying to buy hundreds of acres of farmland around it.—
Miranda Dunlap,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The American Chiropractic Association has endorsed Avocado mattresses since 2020 and the mattress is 100% organic from its materials to production process, which gives Kovac all the more reason to give the bed a five-star approval from me.—
Kristi Kellogg,
Architectural Digest,
5 Oct. 2025
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Stanching the hemorrhage of voter support requires some bold moves and tangible achievements.—
Jeff Kingston,
Time,
4 Oct. 2025
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Clean and sleek, they can be worn while sightseeing, thanks to their next-level support and cushioning, but are classy enough to be worn out to dinner.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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The following day, Teefey doubled down on her endorsement of the heartwarming grandfatherly tribute at the Santa Barbara ceremony.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Sep. 2025
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The books that made it onto my list also received an editor endorsement.—
Catherine Habgood
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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But the Democratic leadership is demanding an immediate extension to soon-to-expire Obamacare subsidies for their votes, saying Americans face a sharp rise in health care costs without them.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Last week, the measure failed on its first test in the Senate, where 60 votes are needed to advance.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In December 2021, the Treasury Department issued more sanctions against Luna and Marroquin, alleging that the Bukele aides negotiated the secret agreement with the MS-13 gang.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
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In exchange, China has protected the junta by vetoing tougher sanctions at the United Nations and other international forums.—
Dan Swift,
Foreign Affairs,
30 Sep. 2025
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Results of the ratification vote were not immediately available.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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There have been 27 amendments to the Constitution since its ratification in 1789, including the first 10 known as the Bill of Rights.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
19 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps this is why their finale date has them on a literal scavenger hunt for comments of approbation from the public, which the show has stuffed in glass bottles and hidden on the beach.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
14 July 2025
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His attorneys portrayed his accusers as Hollywood wannabes and hangers-on who willingly hooked up with him to court opportunity, then recast the encounters as crimes years later to collect settlement funds and #MeToo approbation.—
Jennifer Peltz,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2025
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“Thumbs-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thumbs-up. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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