nod
noun, verb78 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.7
slight nod8.5
small nod8.3
quick nod8.2
brief nod8.0
little nod7.8
knowing nod6.5
curt nod5.5
passing nod5.0
Used figuratively to mean a brief acknowledgement or reference to something.
terse nod4.8
nod of8.0
Used to specify the meaning of the nod, e.g., 'a nod of approval'.
with a nod7.5
By means of a nod.
nod to7.2
nod from6.5
A nod given by someone.
at a nod6.0
As soon as a signal is given.
A nod aimed towards a person or thing.
A common phrase emphasizing the action is done with the head.
To signal something to someone with a nod.
When two people nod to each other at the same time.
get the nod6.2
To be chosen or approved for something.
To wait for a signal of approval or permission.
To receive approval or acknowledgement.