Sentence examples for a significant gesture of from inspiring English sources

The pope asked for "a significant gesture of clemency".

But buying the rights would be a significant gesture of support for one of the last anchors of high ratings at fourth-place NBC.

"We thought of the restoration of this major historic landmark as a significant gesture of respect to the Bronx," he said.

Altogether, the changes might not have a profound effect on the operations of the House Republicans, but they represent a significant gesture of goodwill from Ryan to the members who made Boehner's life miserable during his last months in office.

Deputy Prime Minister Valentina Matviyenko said at the ceremony: "Money will not bring back ruined health, provide comfort for losses or sorrow or wipe out dreadful memories," but she called the money "a significant gesture of good will".

"My parents wanted to make a significant gesture of philanthropy, and I think they wanted to address the current state of world affairs, which included the cold war and the threat from the Soviet Union," said their son, Bill Robertson.

It appeared republicans were ready to make a significant gesture on the central issue of decommissioning.

But he also urged the government to immediately release all imprisoned journalists, saying it would be a significant gesture to demonstrate a commitment to protecting freedom of speech.

It was a significant gesture from the leader of a group that until only a few months ago refused to recognise that it had committed crimes.

While there are legitimate objections to the use of referendums when it comes to human rights issues, last month's yes was a hugely significant gesture of love and acceptance towards Ireland's LGBTQ community.

BANGKOK — Myanmar began freeing some political prisoners as part of a broader amnesty on Wednesday, but the initial numbers disappointed many people who had hoped for a more significant gesture of liberalization.