It's supposed to pay off in the long run through purported faculty positions and the occasional nod from ars.

Abel wished that most of them were no more than wounded, but only the occasional nod or wave suggested any sign of life.

The language barrier limited him to just an occasional nod of his head in the form of a greeting.

The young woman, expressing approval with an occasional nod, was busy considering how best to dismiss the count.

Even more terrifying was the occasional thoughtful nod the child would give.

The resultant monologue demanded practically nothing of the listener but an occasional nod.

His father listened in silence to his deposition, giving the occasional nod in support.

Joachim, on the other hand, appeared lost in thought except for the occasional nod.

The menu is mainly French but has the occasional nod to African flavours.

From the customers, the tellers received only glances, along with an occasional nod.