Children waved happily to the passing train.

Meaning: The young people were very glad to see the train going by.

Choice of Words: Children are young people, usually under the age of 18. Waved means to move your hand or arm back and forth in the air. Happily means with joy or pleasure. Passing means moving by or going past something.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The train conductor waved goodbye to the passengers as the train departed.
• The little girl waved at the passing car.
• Children wave to the passing train.
• The children waved goodbye as the train disappeared.
• They waved goodbye as the train left the station.
• He stepped off the train and waved goodbye.
• The train conductor waved goodbye to the passengers.
• The conductor waved his flag, and the train began to move.
• They waved enthusiastically as the train passed by.
• Children gazed out the window, marveling at the passing scenery.