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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Body Language and Gestures

Here, you will learn some English words related to Body Language and Gestures that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
to guffaw
[Verb]

to laugh loudly and heartily, especially when something is very funny

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to twist and rub one's hands together out of distress or worry

Ex: The wrung his hands as he waited for his parents to pick him up from school .
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to pout
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to push out one's lips as an expression of displeasure, anger, or sadness

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to place one leg over the other, either while sitting or standing

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to cover one's face with one's hand, particularly the palm, often as an expression of frustration, embarrassment, or disbelief

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to fidget
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to make small, restless movements or gestures due to nervousness or impatience

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to writhe
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to struggle and make turning and twisting movements in an attempt to break free

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to make a buzzing or vibrating sound by blowing air through a curled tongue between the lips, often as a sign of playful teasing

Ex: The boy stuck his tongue out blew a raspberry.
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to wince
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to show a facial expression that signifies shame or pain

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to squirm
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to move in an uncomfortable or restless manner with twisting or contorted motions

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to blink quickly in a way that gets someone's attention, often done to show interest or flirt

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