Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But on Thursday, investors were signaling renewed optimism about prospects for earnings of aerospace and defense companies in particular.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 8, 2026

When Heather and I loudly proclaimed our misery as teenagers, we were signaling our separation from the herd, our rejection of the social standard.

From Salon • May 7, 2024

Yes, the team was aware San Diego Padres pitcher Seth Lugo claimed they were signaling his pitches from second base during their eight-run outburst against him Monday.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2023

But that leaves open the question of what, if anything, the Russians were signaling.

From New York Times • Jan. 17, 2022

From all sides came the barking of coyotes, as though they were signaling one another their whereabouts.

From Comrades of the Saddle The Young Rough Riders of the Plains by Webster, Frank V.