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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.”
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.”
A greeting in the form of a nod (of the head)
“He always gave her a nod when they met in the corridor.”
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.”
The act of confirming or substantiating
A thing said or done that serves as a signal or indicator
The state of reduced consciousness during which a human or animal rests in a daily rhythm
Something which serves as a sign or evidence of something
The action of mentioning or alluding to something
To move up and down repeatedly
“Unable to control my smile, I beam up at him and nod my head vigorously.”
To move downward in a single motion
“Bitzer gave a nod, just a single nod of the head, and looked down at the floor.”
To approve, affirm or agree with a nod
“Cameron could not help but nod enthusiastically at each of her proposals.”
To greet or acknowledge someone with a nod
“He'd nod to her as he entered, and nod again as he left.”
To signal to someone with a nod
“He would nod to Jack, signaling that it was time for him to make his move.”
(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.”
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.”
To move one's head up and down to indicate agreement, approval or attentiveness
To hang over the edge of something
To give someone a signal or indication
To be in, or move into, a sloping position
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