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The phrase "a finger up" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where someone is indicating a gesture, often implying a warning or a signal.
Example: "When he saw the approaching car, he held a finger up to signal her to stop."
Alternatives: "a raised finger" or "a finger raised".
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And imagining moving a finger up and down was boring to the majority of participants.
Researchers also Electrick-ified a wall to control a light; the user could tap the wall to turn the light on or off, and slide a finger up and down to brighten or dim the bulb.
Known to photographers as "manual exposure compensation", this feature allows iPhone users to slide a finger up and down on the screen to vary the brightness of the image at the time they are taking it.
(Moe slaps him, yanks out his hair, sticks a finger up his nose).
Still, better than getting caught on camera with a finger up your nose.
"It's a case of below the belt, drop your trousers, and a finger up your arse.
And when you're feeling glum, stick a finger up your bum... Conference: What?
"Remember," he chirped, and then held a finger up to his lips, reminding us of our daylong vow of silence.
Turns out it's not only rottweilers you can stop biting by sticking a finger up their arse.
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On those rare occasions when you must take off your splint, lean your finger on a flat surface, or hold the tip of your finger up with a finger from your other hand.
You can use any part of the touch panel as a button, or slide your finger up and down it.
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