knowing nod

Frequency: 6.88.0 per million words

a movement of the head up and down to show agreement or understanding of a secret situation.

Categories:

Examples (20)

  • He gave her a knowing nod as the speaker revealed the secret.
  • She gave him a knowing nod across the room, indicating they shared a secret.
  • A knowing nod passed between the two colleagues during the dull meeting.
  • A knowing nod passed between the two conspirators.
  • She received a knowing nod from her friend, confirming her suspicions.
  • He responded to her query with a subtle, knowing nod.
  • The old detective offered a knowing nod to his junior partner.
  • The old professor offered a knowing nod as the student presented her insightful theory.
  • With a knowing nod, he signaled that the intricate plan was in motion.
  • There was a knowing nod from the coach, signaling approval of the strategy.
  • There was a knowing nod exchanged between them, understanding the unspoken agreement.
  • With a knowing nod, she acknowledged his unspoken understanding.
  • His knowing nod implied he was already aware of the true situation.
  • They exchanged knowing nods about the irony of the situation.
  • The spy gave a knowing nod to his contact in the bustling market.
  • His knowing nod suggested he had anticipated the outcome.
  • Upon hearing the coded message, she gave a knowing nod, as if she had expected it.
  • A quick, knowing nod from the guide assured us we were on the right track.
  • A quick, knowing nod was all the confirmation he needed from his accomplice.
  • The children shared a knowing nod when their parents weren't looking.