Dance And Movement Vocabulary

verb the action of extending or lengthening something

adjective describing the act of extending or lengthening

• The physical therapist recommended stretching exercises to improve flexibility.
• I always feel better after stretching in the morning.
• I'm gonna do some stretching before hitting the gym.
• The company is stretching its resources to meet the increasing demand.

noun a person who performs gymnastics or other physical feats involving agility and coordination

• The acrobates performed a stunning routine at the circus.
• Did you see those acrobates flipping through the air?
• Those acrobates were totally killing it on stage!
• Balancing work and family life is like being an acrobate in a circus.