motioning
- present participle of motion.
Example Sentences
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"Silencio" the rescuers scream turning towards the road with their fists up in the air, motioning to everyone to remain silent.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
"Ok," said Trump as Rubio went back to his seat, motioning for reporters to be quiet as they shouted questions.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2025
"This should all be underwater," he says, motioning towards the parched expanse of exposed white rocks.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2025
Homendy said she keeps hearing about the cost, but motioning to the grieving families, she added, “This is the cost.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2024
“Yeah, we’ll play,” he said, motioning for me and Rondell to get down too.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
