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
Colleen Batchelder,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Hideaway Bay, a housing complex in Cutler Bay dedicated to helping seniors experiencing homelessness, celebrated its first year of operation Tuesday with a dance party and appearances from local officials.
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Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Members of Hungary’s LGBTQ+ community and masses of supporters danced to music and waved rainbow flags.
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Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
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Noun
So, this means that TikTok has become more than a platform for doom-scrolling or dance choreography.
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Colleen Batchelder,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Hideaway Bay, a housing complex in Cutler Bay dedicated to helping seniors experiencing homelessness, celebrated its first year of operation Tuesday with a dance party and appearances from local officials.
—
Miami Herald,
1 July 2026
Verb
There are over 65 artists on stage every single night, dancing amongst each other.
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Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Members of Hungary’s LGBTQ+ community and masses of supporters danced to music and waved rainbow flags.
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Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dance
Noun
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Dunkin’ Prom, which funds alternative proms for teens who may have missed theirs for medical reasons and lastly, grants to customize hospital spaces to create joy.
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Travis opted for a pinstripe suit for his big night out at prom in 2008.
Verb
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Tellingly, Rhaenrya has to step through the blood to get to the Iron Throne.
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As Maher walked on stage to receive his award from 2014 awardee Leno, up stepped impressionist Friend from the audience to interrupt the proceedings.
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This type dispenses altogether with nest-building and partnering and simply darts around squirting.
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My eyes darted back and forth, trying to grasp the imposing silhouette in its entirety.
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The festival was more than entertaining and marked a new chapter for the society.
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For nearly two weeks and counting, fans from around the globe have poured into the United States, Canada and Mexico, filling stadiums, fan festivals and watch parties across the 16 host cities.
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The Spanish were heavily favored in the match and expected to waltz against a small nation debuting in the world’s biggest sporting event, hoping to mimic Germany’s 7-1 win against Curaçao a day earlier.
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When that happens, Pedri can waltz through an empty midfield and from a five-on-four situation, and sets up Mikel Oyarzabal to score.
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The Spanish, who had at first just flitted along the coast in their galleons, had begun marching inland and overland from Mexico with crosses and soldiers and soldiers’ families.
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Mosquitoes and moths flit around porch lights all night long.
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According to The New York Times, Swift and Kelce's plans allegedly include a smaller gathering of about 100 people on July 2, as well as a larger celebration with around 1,000 guests on July 3.
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All of which sent the sellout crowd into jubilant celebrations, some jumping, others breaking out World Cup chants.
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As soon as the game wrapped up, those guests shuffled out, and hours later were replaced by a rowdier group ordering shots at the bar, dancing to 2000s hits in front of the DJ booth and smoking vape pens on the outdoor patio.
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Pretoria responded to the threat of violence in June 30 protests with millions of dollars shuffled inside the police budget, tactical units deployed, and soldiers on standby.
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“Dance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dance. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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