as in to bob
to make short up-and-down movements
though she couldn't see the rain, she knew it had started because she could see the flowers nod as raindrops hit them
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as in approval
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Recent Examples of nod
Brandon Taylor, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2025
Styled by her longtime collaborator Erin Walsh, Gomez wore a custom three-piece suit by Ralph Lauren that nodded to bridal apparel with its white satin sheen.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 4 Jan. 2025
Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In a nod to the Busy Bee Cafe, which occupied the space before Young Hearts, the restaurant's final bash will offer original Busy Bee menu items, an open bar and a DJ.
Tickets, which include gratuity, are $200.
—Lucille Sherman, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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And after a few moments of getting annoyed looks, Radek nodded.
—Brandon Taylor, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2025
Styled by her longtime collaborator Erin Walsh, Gomez wore a custom three-piece suit by Ralph Lauren that nodded to bridal apparel with its white satin sheen.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 4 Jan. 2025
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There were also design nods and restaurants themed to other big adventure stories like Finding Nemo, Coco, Moana, and even recent hits like Jungle Cruise and more.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In a nod to the Busy Bee Cafe, which occupied the space before Young Hearts, the restaurant's final bash will offer original Busy Bee menu items, an open bar and a DJ.
Tickets, which include gratuity, are $200.
—Lucille Sherman, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nod
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During a visit this month by NBC News, vacationers lounged on soft sand beaches and surfers bobbed in the water.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 26 Dec. 2024
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All the while, pieces of the wharf — as well as the restrooms that once stood near its western end — continued to bob and slosh off the coast.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Most recently, Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Adams' former top adviser, was charged with accepting bribes to expedite real estate approvals.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Older Americans Act, the umbrella federal law that includes programs such as Meals on Wheels, senior transportation, information services, adult day, and caregiver support was hours from being expanded and winning congressional approval for another five years.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This archery recurve bow is perfect for beginners and intermediate archers.Christopher Murray, Fox News, 1 Jan. 2025
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As the midsection of the Miami was consumed by fire, passengers rushed toward the bow and stern, with many leaping into the frigid Arkansas River and clinging to floating debris.arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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Customers can add the flavors to coffee or to a shake.Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Jan. 2025
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Add ingredients to cocktail shaker with ice and shake.Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2024
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Before long a crew arrived at my home and a cement truck (holding up traffic on Saint Paul Street) was pumping tons of concrete through a little window that had served as a coal chute.Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 4 Jan. 2025
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The Bruins solved that issue against the Leafs by pumping four past Joseph Woll.Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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It’s made with premium memory foam and has a unique 360-degree, ergonomic design that fully aligns with your neck and spine, offering unparalleled support.Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2025
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Conversely, internal services—such as research and development, customer support or internal applications—are often more cross-cutting.Nicola Sfondrini, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Paps snapped the new couple looking cozy in a natural looking pool surrounded by foliage, taking a dip, then grabbing a bite.Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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Despite the occasional dips in form and each player’s shortcomings, Palace can be confident in their wing-backs’ capabilities.Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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They are designed for the ultimate workout experience and feature ultra compression to lock in muscles, stabilize joints and eliminate muscle wiggle.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
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His next one went for 15, showing some impressive wiggle.Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Nod.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nod. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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