as in gestures
to move your arms and hands especially when speaking in an angry or emotional way
He was gesticulating wildly during his speech.
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Every now and again, a brand-new book waves its knowing hand.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
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Dancer Natalie Reid approaches to take the barstool beside her, but Swift waves her away because the seat is reserved for her stone.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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The kit features several special elements, including nods to two special years.—
Doug Roberson,
AJC.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Ware, Dallas’ franchise leader in sacks, forced fumbles and tackles for loss, spent nine seasons with the Cowboys, earning seven Pro Bowl nods and four All-Pro selections.—
José Sánchez Córdova,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Gesticulates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gesticulates. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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