as in prom
a social gathering for dancing
who are you taking to the dance on Saturday night?
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1
as in to step
to perform a series of usually rhythmic bodily movements to music
she can't resist dancing to her favorite rock bands
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2
as in to dart
to make an irregular series of quick, sudden movements
the lithe boxer danced around the ring, staying just out of the reach of his opponent
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Recent Examples of dance
Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 16 May 2025
The exhibit itself — on display until Feb. 2026 — chronicles more than 200 years of social dance in the city, highlighting dances that were either invented, reinvented or made famous in the five boroughs.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The teen has been dancing onstage at her mom's shows since the Renaissance World Tour in 2023.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 2 May 2025
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Noun
That includes more of those dance parties with talented DJs, appearances by Disney characters, plenty of hands-on crafting, and more.
Dance, play, and party with Goofy at CommuniCore Hall on the Epcot property.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 16 May 2025
The exhibit itself — on display until Feb. 2026 — chronicles more than 200 years of social dance in the city, highlighting dances that were either invented, reinvented or made famous in the five boroughs.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 15 May 2025
Verb
Individuals and families will get to meet people representing those cultures at various booths, some of which feature interesting objects, dancing, or interactive activities.
—Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The teen has been dancing onstage at her mom's shows since the Renaissance World Tour in 2023.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dance
Noun
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For many Americans, attending a high school prom is a core memory.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2025
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McGovern suggests reminding your teen that prom is just one night, not a measure of their worth as a human.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
5 May 2025
Verb
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Not just for being a lesbian, but for stepping outside the system—which we’re not really allowed to do.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
19 May 2025
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Now Welcoming Digital Nomads — What to Know Before Going From the moment travelers step onboard, they’re immersed in the essence of New Zealand.—
Amy Louise Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2025
Verb
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But rather than a joyful but tranquil parade down the stage during the commencement ceremony, what happened instead was a high-speed foot chase, as Al Arab sprinted across the stage, clutching his baby boy, with a university police officer darting behind him.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
22 May 2025
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Swallows inhabit some of these bluffs, darting after insects that flutter above the water.—
Alann B. Steen,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2025
Verb
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At Sunday’s Women’s FA Cup final, which Chelsea won 3-0 against Manchester United to clinch a historic undefeated domestic treble, Williams waltzed through the mixed zone first, the entourage — including her husband — trailing behind the tennis great, cherubs in her wake.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Kansas City has won the division nine straight years and waltzed to the title again in 2024.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Visitors can fish, swim, and paddle on Lake Shelby, see native flora and fauna at the Nature Center on Middle Lake, and flit around the Butterfly Garden east of Little Lake.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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Just don’t get too set on a bedtime—the aurora borealis might surprise you by flitting across the sky on a cloudless night.—
Maggie Fuller,
AFAR Media,
23 Apr. 2025
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Fans shared several videos of Pascal’s antics at the famed festival, where the actor could be seen laughing and playfighting with Phoenix, 50, smiling with Stone, 36, and — as per usual — being the life of the party.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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The festival will unfold across the Qatari capital of Doha.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
Verb
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Bemused tourists attempt to shuffle through the acrid red and blue flare smoke.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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All of those departures except for Stark came before the draft, meaning Paton was left to shuffle the chairs and adjust on the fly to ensure the Broncos were prepared.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Swallows inhabit some of these bluffs, darting after insects that flutter above the water.—
Alann B. Steen,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2025
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Songbirds cried in the surrounding trees, and the girl’s heart fluttered with unspeakable sadness.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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“Dance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dance. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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