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Verb
To move up and down repeatedly
“Unable to control my smile, I beam up at him and nod my head vigorously.”
Verb
To move downward in a single motion
“Bitzer gave a nod, just a single nod of the head, and looked down at the floor.”
Verb
To approve, affirm or agree with a nod
“Cameron could not help but nod enthusiastically at each of her proposals.”
Verb
To greet or acknowledge someone with a nod
“He'd nod to her as he entered, and nod again as he left.”
Verb
To signal to someone with a nod
“He would nod to Jack, signaling that it was time for him to make his move.”
Verb
(nod off) To fall asleep
“As she talks to me about what's next, I find myself unable to pay attention and gradually nod off.”
Verb
To make a mistake, especially by being temporarily inattentive or tired
“I am very sorry to be so critical of my friend Peter Schuck, but even Homer can nod.”
Noun
Plural for an up-and-down movement, single or repeated
“He looked past her to Zia, and with a nod of his head, he stepped back to allow them to enter.”
Noun
Plural for an affirmation or approval in the form of a nod, sometimes figuratively
“After the huge success with remote networking, management has given the nod for the full automation project.”
Noun
Plural for a greeting in the form of a nod (of the head)
“He always gave her a nod when they met in the corridor.”
Noun
Plural for a sign or signal in the form of a nod, sometimes figuratively
“You give me a nod when you're ready, Harry, and we'll settle our inheritance thing out.”
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