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dance

[dans, dahns] / dæns, dɑns /




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The president developed his own trademark dance to accompany the song -- a stiff shuffle of the hips and fist bumps at waist-high level.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

I've seen rival fans sitting next to one another one minute and then leaping from their seats to dance together the next.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

With its surging choruses and humorous arias and recitatives, to say nothing of its jazzy harmonies and dance rhythms, it possesses an irresistible satiric edge while still evoking American certitude amid Cold War challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Bodies in Play began as he tried to navigate dance in the city as a choreographer, searching for the professional steps needed to advance his craft.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Some years later I was at a dance and met a pretty gal from Blue River.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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