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nodding

v.
A2 Elementary US //ˈnɑdɪŋ// UK //nˈɒdɪŋ// nod·ding

v. moving your head up and down to say yes or to show you agree with someone. It can also mean your head is dropping because you are starting to fall asleep.

v. the present participle of 'nod'; refers to the act of lowering and raising the head slightly and briefly. Often indicates agreement, acknowledgement, or the onset of sleep.


SIMPLE

She is nodding to show she understands the plan.

CONTEXTUAL

The audience members were nodding in agreement as the speaker explained the benefits of the new community park.

COMPLEX

The student sat in the back of the lecture hall, his head nodding rhythmically as he struggled to stay awake during the long afternoon session.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the preposition 'at' or 'to' when directed toward a person.

Pitfall

He is noding his head.He is nodding his head.The final 'd' must be doubled when adding '-ing' to the verb 'nod'.

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