headshaking

[US]/ˈhɛdʃeɪk/
[UK]/ˈhɛdˌʃeɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a gesture of shaking one's head, often indicating refusal, denial, disdain, or sadness
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

headshake of disbelief

headshake of disapproval

headshake in agreement

headshake of confusion

headshake of sadness

quick headshake

slight headshake

vigorously headshake

headshake of frustration

nodding and headshake

Example Sentences

she gave me a headshake to indicate her disapproval.

his headshake was enough to show he disagreed with the plan.

after a quick headshake, she decided to move forward.

the teacher noticed the students' headshake and asked for clarification.

with a headshake, he dismissed the idea as impractical.

her headshake was a clear sign that she was not interested.

he responded with a headshake, signaling that he needed more time.

after a moment of thought, she gave a small headshake.

the headshake from the coach indicated a poor performance.

he followed her headshake with a questioning look.

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