
Cross arms vs. fold arms - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Sep 1, 2016 · 1 Folded suggests to me a more entwined state than crossed. I have seldom heard of arms crossed, perhaps because when people fold their arms they do more than simply cross them. …
terminology - Is there a word that describes this gesture of ...
Nov 23, 2014 · Specifically, I am referring to the traditional gesture some female service staff members seem to do, when demonstrating their work or their readiness to receive orders. Also, this is the …
single word requests - How to describe this body position? - English ...
Apr 29, 2018 · How to describe the body gesture in this image? (Sculpture by Anthony Gormley, photo from Teri Gidlof via Pinterest) Is it natural to say this guy is curling up himself, with his arms holding …
What do you call this particular sitting position?
Dec 21, 2017 · Here's a picture that might help you, taken from a guide for grade 3 teachers. It sounds like it's called Heel sitting. There's also Kneeling as noted by @Roddy of the frozen peas, but …
what is the origin of the phrase "gimme a break"?
Jul 3, 2024 · The meaning is easily found, but per Etymonline, while it probably comes from cue sports (billiards of some sort), the exact origin isn't totally clear. So this seems a valid question, even if it …
single word requests - How do you describe this body position ...
May 20, 2020 · My best guess is "man putting his hand on his head" but I know there's something less gothic than that.
Is there a word or phrase to describe someone sitting with their legs ...
Nov 7, 2014 · Is there a word or phrase (would prefer word) to describe someone sitting with their legs tucked. I'm not sure if this makes sense, but what I'm attempting to convey is that they are not …
single word requests - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
May 6, 2016 · What do you call this pose/ position that we adopt when we are very sad or depressed? (For example; when we feel heartbroken or have lost someone or something important.) P.S. I know …
Praying hand gestures term or name - English Language & Usage Stack ...
Dec 15, 2017 · 3 Hands clasped or hands folded work for the one. "Palms pressed together in silent prayer" is probably workable for the second. Having ones fingers steepled makes me think of just the …
etymology - The origin of awesomesauce and weak sauce - English ...
Jan 20, 2023 · William Floyd sits on the bench, arms folded, refusing to cheer on his team as they drive for the winning score in the fourth quarter because he was pulled from the lineup.