: an instance or gesture of approval or encouragement

Examples of thumbs-up in a Sentence

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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 An ambitious new supertall has now been given the thumbs-up to be constructed in the British capital that will match its exact height. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 16 Dec. 2024 Bobby had given me and my husband, Rob, the thumbs-up sign and a huge grin upon taking off from the glamping-style retreat. Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thumbs-up 

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 30 Dec. 2024.

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