: an instance or gesture of approval or encouragement

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Just hours after the attack, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry inadvertently highlighted the tension, drawing fierce social-media criticism for posting a thumbs-up picture at a downtown steakhouse. Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025 With the thumbs-up from her closest advisers, the state attorney interviewed Gosney a week later. Brittany Wallman, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025 In a video captured by People, the Saturday Night Live alum was seen flashing a smile and a thumbs-up for the cameras, clearly feeling good. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024 In a video captured by PEOPLE at the event, Davidson can be seen smiling and giving a thumbs-up for the cameras. Michelle Lee, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thumbs-up 

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of thumbs-up was in 1892

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“Thumbs-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thumbs-up. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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