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Body language
Non-verbal communication using body parts.
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arm twister handshake
Communication; Body language
When a person changes position during a standard handshake so that the other person's palm is facing upward. The person who has their hand angled on top is seen as more dominant.
arm gripping
Communication; Body language
A form of arm corssing where a person grabs their forearms with their opposite hand. It is another defensive stance that comforts the performer.
arm crossing
Communication; Body language
A defensive gesture that shows that a person is unwilling to expose themselves or let new things influence them.
ankle lock
Communication; Body language
When a person wraps their foot around their opposite leg, or a chair or table leg. It indicates disinterest or defense.
artifical smile
Communication; Body language
A smile that somebody puts on for show rather than because they are happy. Most people can distinguish an artifical smile from a real one, as people tend not to use their eye muscles in a fake smile.
alerting gestures
Communication; Body language
Actions which show that a person wishes to speak. Examples include taking a sharp intake of breath or a sudden change in posture when the current talker is almost finished talking.
agreement indicators
Communication; Body language
Gestures which indicate that a person agrees with what is being said, such as leaning forwards and keeping arms uncrossed.
