To sign the word “understanding,” make a “U” shape with your dominant hand and place it on your forehead, then twist it downward and outward as if you are spreading your knowledge or understanding.

To sign the word “steel,” make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger and pinky finger in a straight line, resembling a small “s” shape. Then, with your other hand, make a fist and place it…

To sign the word “civil” in American Sign Language, you would use both hands to simultaneously make a C shape with your dominant hand and a V shape with your non-dominant hand. The C hand should be held vertically, while…

To sign the word ‘fair’, form the letter ‘F’ with your dominant hand and place it on your opposite palm, then rotate your hand outward.

To sign the word “repair,” move both hands in a circular motion in front of your chest, as if you are using a screwdriver to fix something.

To sign the word “increased,” use the sign for “more” and move your dominant hand upward and slightly forward while keeping your non-dominant hand stationary.

To sign the word “agents”, use the ASL sign for “agent” twice with both hands, making a motion as if you are writing the letter “A” in the air.

To sign the word “subjects,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for “topic” or “theme” followed by the plural sign.

To sign the word “block”, make a fist with your dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. Then, use your non-dominant hand to place on top of your fist, as if you are “blocking” something. This sign…

To sign the word “manual,” place your non-dominant hand flat, palm up, then use your dominant hand to mimic turning a page with your index finger and thumb.