waved
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- unwaved adjective
Etymology
Origin of waved
Example Sentences
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Some attendees waved their arms in silent applause, since clapping was discouraged.
As news of his seizure rippled out, exiled Venezuelans waved flags and celebrated in plazas from Madrid to Santiago.
From Barron's
The mini-fireworks were being waved near the basement bar's low wooden ceiling, covered in thin soundproofing fabric, according to the images on social media.
From Barron's
After he explained that his wife was in labor, they quickly waved him on.
From Los Angeles Times
He said many people waved and blew him kisses as he left British shores, adding: "I felt like a hero before I even landed in Normandy."
From BBC
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