nod of

Frequency: 8.014.8 per million words

Used to specify the meaning of the nod, e.g., 'a nod of approval'.

nodNOUN + PREPOSITION

Categories:

of

Examples (10)

  • He gave a nod of approval to the new plan.
  • She responded with a slight nod of acknowledgement.
  • A simple nod of agreement was all he needed.
  • The teacher's nod of encouragement motivated the student.
  • He offered a quick nod of greeting to his colleague.
  • She waited for a nod of permission before entering.
  • The silence was broken only by a gentle nod of understanding.
  • Despite the hardship, he managed a brave nod of acceptance.
  • His subtle nod of recognition showed he remembered me.
  • With a collective nod of assent, the committee approved the motion.