footwork

[foot-wurk] / ˈfʊtˌwɜrk /

NOUN

constitutional

Synonyms

STRONGEST

airing walk

STRONG

ramble saunter stroll turn

WEAK

ambulation perambulation

Example Sentences

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Brunson became an expert dribbler with both hands, a maestro of footwork and fundamentals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

His footwork is precise, his shooting touch soft and his overall game has been improving with his maturity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Tanaka puts Leeds ahead at West Ham after some 'fancy footwork'

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Samson's batting is built on precise footwork, balance at the crease and timing.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

I tell him about what Captain Smith is teaching me: the footwork, and the sword work.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone