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Global Curious Gestures and Meanings
Explore curious and unusual hand gestures from around the world with this engaging crossword puzzle highlighting unique meanings and cultural nuances.
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  • 2. Index finger placed over lips to indicate silence
  • 3. A playful finger gesture used in some Pacific Island cultures
  • 4. Positive approval sign common in many cultures but offensive in others
  • 8. Hand posture mimicking a claw, used as a playful or threatening gesture
  • 9. Indian greeting gesture with palms pressed together
  • 14. Circle made with thumb and forefinger with variable meanings worldwide
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  • 1. An Irish gesture implying dismissal or disbelief with thumb flick
  • 5. Star Trek inspired hand sign often representing "live long and prosper"
  • 6. Gesture symbolizing hope or wishing for good luck
  • 7. Hand gesture sliced horizontally to signal disagreement in Turkey
  • 10. Two fingers raised in a V shape symbolizing peace or victory
  • 11. A Brazilian gesture of a thumb tucked between fingers for protection
  • 12. Egyptian subtle greeting using a single finger wave below the chin
  • 13. Greek insulting gesture involving an open palm towards someone's face
  • 15. Japanese gesture where hand is shaped like a phone to signal a call
  • 16. Hand sign forming horns often used at concerts or as a protection symbol

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