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as in gesture
a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling
quietly waiting for the signal to advance
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history
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Recent Examples of signal
Nick Halter, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
Young, who scored on the ground twice against Atlanta in Week 18, had as many rushing touchdowns on the season as Taysom Hill, Anthony Richardson and Jayden Daniels, all known for their dual-threat nature, and are certainly more prolific runners than the Panthers’ signal caller.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
The stock has buy or strong buy ratings from five of six analysts covering it, with the average price target signaling 33% upside, per LSEG.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
There's no snow in the seven-day forecast, and the NWS's Climate Prediction Center doesn't have any clear signals about what might happen the rest of the winter.
—Nick Halter, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
Young, who scored on the ground twice against Atlanta in Week 18, had as many rushing touchdowns on the season as Taysom Hill, Anthony Richardson and Jayden Daniels, all known for their dual-threat nature, and are certainly more prolific runners than the Panthers’ signal caller.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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Minter, however, could signal the Mets are out on left-handed reliever Tanner Scott, an All-Star in 2024 who recorded 22 saves for the Miami Marlins and San Diego Padres.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
The stock has buy or strong buy ratings from five of six analysts covering it, with the average price target signaling 33% upside, per LSEG.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for signal
Noun
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In a Kennedy-esque moment, Trump spoke of planting the American flag on Mars, eliciting mixed reactions.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Saturday’s roughing the passer penalty on Texans pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. against Patrick Mahomes was a bad call and required some acting from Mahomes to draw the flag.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The who and how of recognition matter just as much as the gesture itself.—
Leeatt Rothschild,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Joe Biden's ceasefire plan also includes hazy gestures towards a future government for Gaza not including Hamas.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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As the crowd of protesters surged forward, some pushing against a police barricade that blocked them from Pastor Terry Jones, O'Reilly motioned with his hands for the crowd to move back, pleading with them to keep the peace.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Detroit Free Press,
3 Jan. 2025
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Another time, the Lions motioned receiver Tim Patrick into a seven-man protection situation, allowing Goff enough time to find Amon-Ra St. Brown for a 35-yard touchdown.—
Alec Lewis,
The Athletic,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Though Matt Murray hasn’t lit the world on fire in the time he’s spent with the Leafs, he’s been outstanding in the AHL and might be shaking off some rust after missing a full season due to hip surgery.—
James Mirtle,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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Vertiv’s outstanding stock market performance has not surprised me.—
Peter Cohan,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Police have said there was no sign of an intrusion or evidence of murder in his home.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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This is another sign the plant’s roots are overcrowded and need more room to grow.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Winker arrived in Queens last summer with a colorful history with Mets fans, having waved to the Citi Field crowd after a game-ending catch in 2019, and then again after a game-tying three-run home run in 2022.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
22 Jan. 2025
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Hicks walked around the Rotunda for several minutes, court documents said, unfurling and waving a flag and talking to and fist-bumping other rioters.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Her distinguished career has been recognized with the prestigious Grand Dame award of Les Dames d’Escoffier (LDEI), as well as 2013 Woman of the Year by the Maître Cuisiniers de France.—
Cynthia Graubart,
Bon Appétit,
24 Jan. 2025
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Bing Zhang, a distinguished professor in the department of physics and astronomy at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, has worked on research that models the origin points of fast radio bursts for years and has seen many observational clues suggesting magnetospheres could be a root cause.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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To be invited to join the prestigious Edinburgh International Festival program this summer is an honor and a thrill.—
Lily Ford,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Brutalist follows László Tóth (Adrien Brody), a prestigious Hungarian Jewish architect who relocates to America after surviving the Holocaust.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Signal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signal. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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