give the nod

Meaning

1. 1

   give sb / sth the nod

   to give permission for sth; to agree to sth

   We've been given the nod to expand the business.

2. 2

   give sb / sth the nod

   to choose sb for sth

In the movies · 3

• His father gives him a confident nod.National Theatre Live: Prima Facie2022
• Give me a nod. That's good. Maybe even a verbal confirmation.Lady Bird2017
• Baby? Can you give us a nod? Can you nod your head for us, please?Prisoners2013

Learn it in full scenes

• National Theatre Live: Prima Facie2022
  • Ensler Lets the Witness Talk
  • Ensler Corners the Witness
  • Tessa Comes Home After the Win

From the same entry

• have a nodding acquaintance with
• nod off
• get the nod
• a nod and a wink
• on the nod