waddle
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It couldn’t waddle or sway without components from Chinese robot maker Unitree that power the motion of its neck and legs, according to a research paper by Disney.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Poor circulation in his legs has turned his walk into more of a waddle.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024
That part of the leg, they say, is where fibular reduction among some dinosaurs tens of millions of years ago helped make it possible for peacocks to strut, penguins to waddle, and turkeys to trot.
From Science Daily • Nov. 20, 2024
While not particularly strong flyers — they are heavy for their wing span, and waddle on land — they are liquid grace in water, powering more than 25 feet deep to chase down fish.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 21, 2024
‘Try not to tumble off the horse. If you do, best waddle back to Pentos. Our shy maid will not wait for man nor dwarf.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act I
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