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sur les pointes

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\ ˌsərləˈpwaⁿt, -ant \

Definition of sur les pointes

ballet
: on the tips of the toes

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History and Etymology for sur les pointes

French

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“Sur les pointes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sur%20les%20pointes. Accessed 7 Aug. 2022.

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