are nodding
- present progressive of nod.
Example Sentences
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“In that way, we are nodding to the myths of the past and those who told stories about the constellations. Mankind’s relationship to the stars has always been primal and rich with intention.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2022
This way he could remember the sorts of thoughts that come to us as we are nodding off, which we often do not recall.
From Scientific American ● Dec. 9, 2021
“He was like a mad scientist with plays. You know you’re doing something right when the analytical guys are nodding their heads, impressed.”
From Washington Post ● Oct. 20, 2021
Though golf course owners may cringe at this advice, superintendents are nodding in approval.
From Golf Digest ● Mar. 19, 2019
Heads are nodding in agreement, and at least a dozen hands go up.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
