motioning

[US]/[ˈməʊʃɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈmoʊʃɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. (present participle of motion)To move or make movements; to gesture.; To propose or suggest a motion (in a formal meeting).; To be in motion; to move.

Phrases & Collocations

motioning wildly

motioning to stop

motioning for help

motioning politely

motioning towards

motioning across

motioning clearly

motioning urgently

motioning someone

motioning forward

Example Sentences

she was motioning for us to come closer.

he was motioning a greeting to the new neighbors.

the conductor was motioning the orchestra to begin.

i noticed him motioning urgently from across the street.

the waiter was motioning us towards a table.

she was motioning her thanks with a slight nod.

he was motioning disapproval with a shake of his head.

the lifeguard was motioning swimmers to stay within the ropes.

the director was motioning the actors into their positions.

he was motioning for a taxi on the busy street.

she was motioning her agreement with a simple hand gesture.

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