sign of life

Definitions

1. An indication that someone is alive; a vital sign.
2. An indication that someone is present.
   figuratively

Equivalents

Examples

“to show⟳ sign⟳ of life”

“The empty rooms felt less like⟳ a millionaire members’ club than a museum. By midafternoon, the President-elect’s imminent arrival had stirred signs of life. Discreetly placed speakers offered up selections from Trump’s personally curated 2,000-song playlist. A handful of transition honchos and soon-to-be Administration officials arrived, perching on overstuffed sofas and huddling in corners.”

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