He gave a small nod to me and raised his own hand.

He seemed to think about it for a second or two, then gave a small nod.

Richard seemed to think about it for a second, then gave a small nod.

He gave her a small nod, and she watched him leave.

He looked at me for a moment, then gave a small nod.

He gave a small nod where Barbara couldn't see him.

He gave a small nod, with an even smaller smile.

She seemed to think about that for a second or two, then gave a very small nod.

I gave a small nod with him still in my mouth.

We looked at each other for a few seconds, then he gave a small nod.