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footwork

[foot-wurk] / ˈfʊtˌwɜrk /


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As he and his wife watched his beloved Ducks lose to a beleaguered Oklahoma State team, Woodin spotted a dead giveaway in Moore’s footwork.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026

With the footwork, speed and sharp pressure fighting that defined her career, Taylor produced one final stylish performance against the overmatched Frenchwoman to win by scores of 100-90, 100-90 and 98-91.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

He added the receivers, in particular, are playing with confidence because of their detailed route work — precise depths, footwork, releases that are “NFL routes” as opposed to “seven-on-seven stuff.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026

The seven-season veteran is throwing less and working more on his footwork and timing to try to maximize how he delivers the football to playmakers.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026

Two swords, some fancy footwork, and a clear winner.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm



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