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signaling

Pronunciation: [ˈsɪɡ.nə.lɪŋ]

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Learn how to use signaling in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “communication”

(verb) to send a message or show something through words, actions, or symbols. When you signal, you are trying to let someone know something important, like when you wave your hand to say hello.

Example

She is signaling her friend to come over by waving her hand.

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He wasn’t signaling his intentions clearly, so it confused everyone.

Example

What are you signaling with that gesture?

Context: “communication”

(noun) an action, sound, or gesture that gives information or makes a request. For example, when a driver uses their turn signal, they are giving a signal about which way they are going.

Example

The teacher's nod is a clear signaling that the students should start working.

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Ignoring the signaling from the road signs can lead to accidents.

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What signaling do you think the driver was trying to convey?

How to pronounce signaling

Pronunciation: [ˈsɪɡ.nə.lɪŋ]

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