First recorded in 1960–65
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The children were thriving, learning American Sign Language and unbothered by their deafness.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Although a few chimps understand and can communicate using basic American Sign Language, caregivers often have difficulty figuring out the meaning of other behaviors.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2024
His team previously developed a wearable glove capable of translating American Sign Language into English speech in real time to help users of ASL communicate with those who don't know how to sign.
From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2024
And 11-year-old actor Keivonn Montreal Woodard also won the breakthrough performance award for a new scripted series for “The Last of Us,” giving his acceptance speech in American Sign Language.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 25, 2024
Ever since I met her, we’ve been communicating primarily through American Sign Language.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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