jig

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The second just four minutes later was a brilliantly-placed header from Matheus Nunes' cross, effectively sealing victory for a jubilant Guardiola who performed a jig of delight on the touchline.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Maresca's relief was palpable as he danced a jubilant jig on the touchline.

From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025

On “Jaundice,” a stomping upbeat jig with accordion and saxophone reflecting Mr. Ellis’s interest in older folk forms, each drum hit bursts out of the speakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025

But though they’re different in many respects, the two best friends can see right through each other, and there’s a clock ticking until the jig is up.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2025

Olive danced a little jig and sang, “The Bird, the Bird, the Bird! Emma and Jacob saved the Bird!”

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs