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Noun
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
An affirmation or approval in the form of a nod, sometimes figuratively
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“After the huge success with remote networking, management has given the nod for the full automation project.”
Noun
A greeting in the form of a nod (of the head)
“He always gave her a nod when they met in the corridor.”
Noun
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.”
Noun
The act of confirming or substantiating
Noun
A thing said or done that serves as a signal or indicator
Noun
The state of reduced consciousness during which a human or animal rests in a daily rhythm
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Something which serves as a sign or evidence of something
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The action of mentioning or alluding to something
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.”
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To greet or acknowledge someone with a nod
“He'd nod to her as he entered, and nod again as he left.”
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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
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“As she talks to me about what's next, I find myself unable to pay attention and gradually nod off.”
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To make a mistake, especially by being temporarily inattentive or tired
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“I am very sorry to be so critical of my friend Peter Schuck, but even Homer can nod.”
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To move one's head up and down to indicate agreement, approval or attentiveness
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To hang over the edge of something
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To give someone a signal or indication
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To be in, or move into, a sloping position
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