body language
noun
: the gestures, movements, and mannerisms by which a person or animal communicates with others
Examples of body language in a Sentence
We could tell from his body language that he was nervous.
Recent Examples on the Web
The players’ body language — lacking effort and an inability to finish — reflected poorly on him.
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Troy Renck, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2025
Owning the room with strong body language, decisive communication and a compelling narrative signals leadership.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
This encourages them to begin intentionally communicating their needs, through things like pointing and body language, and making more sounds.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025
The subtle cues of body language, tone of voice, and unspoken understanding that enrich human interaction are often lost in communication with an AI.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Troy Renck, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2025
Owning the room with strong body language, decisive communication and a compelling narrative signals leadership.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
This encourages them to begin intentionally communicating their needs, through things like pointing and body language, and making more sounds.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025
The subtle cues of body language, tone of voice, and unspoken understanding that enrich human interaction are often lost in communication with an AI.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for body language
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“Body language.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20language. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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