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
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
When the Governor signs, the money, which is currently earmarked for a Florida Enterprise Rail Fund, would be distributed by the FDOT.
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David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
26 June 2026
New College of Florida acquires the University of South Florida's Manatee-Sarasota campus (HB 5601E), if DeSantis signs the bill.
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Cbs Miami Team,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
The risks are obvious for any team that signs a player with as much baggage as Sorsby, not to mention uncertainty over whether the NFL will suspend him.
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Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
On top of being co-writers and directors, Alex signs the score and Diego the editing.
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Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Melanie signs Hannah out of school to take her to a matinee of Gracie’s show, and when the two go to Gracie’s dressing room afterward, a spooky scene unfolds that reveals Hannah is one in a line of young women Melanie has psychologically groomed.
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Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
In New Hampshire, a candidate for president signs a declaration of candidacy and pays $1,000.
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Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
Lebanon's largest amnesty since the end of its devastating 1975-90 civil war is expected to occur in the coming weeks, once parliament approves it and the president signs it.
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ABC News,
5 June 2026
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
6 July 2026
What are the signs that game fatigue may be something more serious?
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Nicole Williams,
AJC.com,
6 July 2026
Moreover, the shock of higher prices is still fresh in people's minds and may be coloring consumers' purchasing decisions, despite signs that prices should retreat further.
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Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
5 July 2026
There were no signs of rodents at any businesses during this inspection period, but dead roaches were found at Conservatory at Plano, at 6401 Ohio Drive.
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Mary Ella Hastings
july 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 July 2026
The signs would be in the same area where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776.
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Geoff Mulvihill,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Her behavior began to raise concerns among the ASLC's staff, who also noted signs of dehydration in the seal pup.
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Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
This serum is great for fading dark spots, boosting collagen production, and fighting visible signs of aging like fine lines and dullness.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
4 July 2026
And the deals extend well beyond skin care, with discounts on hair and makeup products that address everything from early signs of thinning hair and sparse brows to dull complexions in need of a natural-looking flush.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Verb
If Goldin signs the qualifying offer to return to the Heat on a two-way contract, Miami would have two players signed to two-way deals in undrafted Miami Hurricanes standout guard Tre Donaldson and Goldin.
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Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
When the Governor signs, the money, which is currently earmarked for a Florida Enterprise Rail Fund, would be distributed by the FDOT.
—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
26 June 2026
New College of Florida acquires the University of South Florida's Manatee-Sarasota campus (HB 5601E), if DeSantis signs the bill.
—
Cbs Miami Team,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
The risks are obvious for any team that signs a player with as much baggage as Sorsby, not to mention uncertainty over whether the NFL will suspend him.
—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
On top of being co-writers and directors, Alex signs the score and Diego the editing.
—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
23 June 2026
Melanie signs Hannah out of school to take her to a matinee of Gracie’s show, and when the two go to Gracie’s dressing room afterward, a spooky scene unfolds that reveals Hannah is one in a line of young women Melanie has psychologically groomed.
—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
In New Hampshire, a candidate for president signs a declaration of candidacy and pays $1,000.
—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
Lebanon's largest amnesty since the end of its devastating 1975-90 civil war is expected to occur in the coming weeks, once parliament approves it and the president signs it.
—
ABC News,
5 June 2026
Noun
Photos of wallets, textiles, sports equipment, photos, jewelry, signs, flags, quilts, stuffies, toys and camp trunks filled the page as strangers banded together in the comments sections, tagging potential rightful owners or friends with any leads.
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Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
6 July 2026
What are the signs that game fatigue may be something more serious?
—
Nicole Williams,
AJC.com,
6 July 2026
Moreover, the shock of higher prices is still fresh in people's minds and may be coloring consumers' purchasing decisions, despite signs that prices should retreat further.
—
Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
5 July 2026
There were no signs of rodents at any businesses during this inspection period, but dead roaches were found at Conservatory at Plano, at 6401 Ohio Drive.
—
Mary Ella Hastings
july 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 July 2026
The signs would be in the same area where the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776.
—
Geoff Mulvihill,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
Her behavior began to raise concerns among the ASLC's staff, who also noted signs of dehydration in the seal pup.
—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
4 July 2026
This serum is great for fading dark spots, boosting collagen production, and fighting visible signs of aging like fine lines and dullness.
—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
4 July 2026
And the deals extend well beyond skin care, with discounts on hair and makeup products that address everything from early signs of thinning hair and sparse brows to dull complexions in need of a natural-looking flush.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for signs
Noun
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Good Lock is Samsung’s official app for deep customisation, lock screens, themes, gestures, and more, and LockStar is the module specifically for lock screen and always-on display tinkering.
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In the afternoon, the moon will make an opposition to Venus in Leo, which is where gestures or our desire for affection become more complicated.
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While the Founding Fathers are often at the center of Revolutionary War history, one of the country’s most recognizable symbols is traditionally associated with an ordinary woman working from her home in Philadelphia.
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Both exist in spite of the odds, symbols of perseverance and community — memorials to those who fought to establish a new country and a new state, and who happened to do it in a place that proved particularly untamable.
Noun
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The agencies building genuine depth here—understanding entity relationships, AI crawlability, the specific mechanics of how different platforms weight authority signals—have a window that will not stay open indefinitely.
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Prosecutors told jurors at trial that the group's actions — including bringing firearms, first aid kits and wearing body armor — were signals of nefarious intent.
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“Signs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/signs. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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