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What does "signal" mean?

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Rebecca

A signal is a a gesture, action, or sound that is used to share information or instructions. In the case of this video, "negative signals" here refers to negative body language that is used to send a message to people nearby. Ex: Her frown was a signal that she felt upset. Ex: His foot tapping signals that he feels impatient or nervous.

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