as in autographs
to write one's name on (as a document)
you'll have to sign the contract for it to be legal
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as in gestures
a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling
made a sign for the audience to be quiet
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as in symbols
a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader
an "and" sign
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Recent Examples of signs
Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Weaver emphasizes that support shouldn’t end once a candidate signs an offer.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
After a judge signs a PPO, it must be served to the person it has been filed against.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The president of the United States signs the joint resolution and the territory is acknowledged as a state.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
The owner then digitally signs the request with the private key to prove to the CA that the requester does, in fact, have control of the private key.
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 4 Sep. 2025
Christian Gonzalez #0 of the New England Patriots signs autographs after a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on November 10, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement President Barack Obama signs the Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge (STOCK) Act, as Vice President Joe Biden and Republicans and Democrats watch on April 4, 2012.
—Nik Popli, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Neon signs flicker in the evenings and cast a glow that recalls the golden age of California’s coast.
—Pismo Beach Conference, Mercury News, 29 Aug. 2025
David Brennan, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
More than thirty signs referencing racial discrimination and the hostile attitudes of white people to those who were formerly enslaved will come down or be partially covered.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 Sep. 2025
The Tatcha Longevity Serum is clinically proven to reduce senescent cells to help delay visible signs of aging.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
His supporters have subsequently shown up in force outside his Manhattan court hearings as the murder case proceeds, many of them dressed up like Nintendo's Luigi character and carrying signs.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Watch for signs of a tsunami, such as a sudden recession of ocean water or a sudden rise in the water level.
—James Powel, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
On Tuesday, the Washington Post reported that officials at an unidentified national park had ordered that the photo be taken down, along with other signs and exhibits related to slavery.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
The $349 Security Starter system comes with a base unit (ADT's equivalent of a hub), three door/window sensors, a motion sensor, and assorted yard signs and stickers.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
These are telltale signs that there’s a buildup of bacteria, germs, and other unwanted substances in or on your trash can that can end up spreading to other members of your family while creating an odor that can spread throughout the house along the way.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
What Employers Should Do Now Regardless of whether Governor Newsom signs the bill, employers should begin preparing.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Weaver emphasizes that support shouldn’t end once a candidate signs an offer.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
After a judge signs a PPO, it must be served to the person it has been filed against.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The president of the United States signs the joint resolution and the territory is acknowledged as a state.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 6 Sep. 2025
The owner then digitally signs the request with the private key to prove to the CA that the requester does, in fact, have control of the private key.
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 4 Sep. 2025
Christian Gonzalez #0 of the New England Patriots signs autographs after a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on November 10, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement President Barack Obama signs the Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge (STOCK) Act, as Vice President Joe Biden and Republicans and Democrats watch on April 4, 2012.
—Nik Popli, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Neon signs flicker in the evenings and cast a glow that recalls the golden age of California’s coast.
—Pismo Beach Conference, Mercury News, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
Many of the protesters held anti-Trump signs and Palestinian flags.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
More than thirty signs referencing racial discrimination and the hostile attitudes of white people to those who were formerly enslaved will come down or be partially covered.
—News Desk, Artforum, 18 Sep. 2025
The Tatcha Longevity Serum is clinically proven to reduce senescent cells to help delay visible signs of aging.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
His supporters have subsequently shown up in force outside his Manhattan court hearings as the murder case proceeds, many of them dressed up like Nintendo's Luigi character and carrying signs.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Watch for signs of a tsunami, such as a sudden recession of ocean water or a sudden rise in the water level.
—James Powel, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
On Tuesday, the Washington Post reported that officials at an unidentified national park had ordered that the photo be taken down, along with other signs and exhibits related to slavery.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
The $349 Security Starter system comes with a base unit (ADT's equivalent of a hub), three door/window sensors, a motion sensor, and assorted yard signs and stickers.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
These are telltale signs that there’s a buildup of bacteria, germs, and other unwanted substances in or on your trash can that can end up spreading to other members of your family while creating an odor that can spread throughout the house along the way.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signs
Noun
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The Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses come with the Meta Neural Band, an EMG wristband that allows users to control the device using hand gestures.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The models in all-black clothes walked closely behind their more colorful counterparts, mimicking their gestures and creating the illusion of a shadow.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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The report added that Holly made posts on social media displaying his gear, which were decorated with extremist symbols and inspired by equipment used by previous mass shooters.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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This year, protest symbols found their way onto the red carpet.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The bomber boasts advanced stealth capabilities, with lines designed to disperse any incoming radar signals.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Sep. 2025
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The Russian aircraft ignored signals from NATO pilots during the 12-minute incursion, Estonian officials said, marking the latest test of the alliance’s response to Moscow’s threats, more than a week after Russian drones crossed into Poland.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Signs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signs. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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