Dance Moves And Techniques

adjective used to describe things that are grouped or considered as a whole

adverb used to indicate that things are being considered collectively or in total

• The team worked all together to complete the project on time.
• Let's all work together to get this done quickly.
• We should all stick together and finish this job.
• When we sing in harmony, our voices blend all together beautifully.

noun a round object used in various sports and games

verb to move or progress quickly and energetically

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• The workers were moving at a rapid pace, balling the jack to meet their deadline.
• We need to ball the jack if we want to finish this project on time.
• Let's ball the jack and get this party started!
• She was balling the jack through her to-do list, checking off tasks left and right.

verb to lean, sway, or tip to one side while in motion

• The car began to careen out of control on the icy road.
• The skateboard careened down the hill at top speed.
• The motorcycle careened around the corner, narrowly avoiding a collision.
• His emotions careened from joy to despair in a matter of minutes.

noun the action of striking the palms of the hands together to make a loud sound, typically as a form of applause

verb the act of striking the palms of the hands together to make a loud sound, typically as a form of applause

• The audience showed their appreciation by clapping at the end of the performance.
• Everyone was clapping and cheering after the team scored a goal.
• I was clapping like crazy when my favorite band came on stage.
• The sound of clapping hands echoed through the empty hall, a lonely applause for a job well done.

noun a strip of material that is gathered or pleated and attached at one edge, used for trimming or decorating clothing

verb to move in an exaggerated or lively manner

• She wore a dress with a delicate flounce at the hem.
• She added a flounce to her skirt to make it more fun.
• She flounced out of the room in a huff.
• His flounce of anger was evident in his abrupt departure.

noun A projecting ridge on the edge of a roof

adjective Fashionable or trendy

• The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that connects the thigh bone to the pelvis.
• She injured her hip while dancing last night.
• That new song is really hip, you should check it out.
• He's always ahead of the curve, he's really got his finger on the hip of the latest trends.

noun a long bounding stride or movement

verb to run or move with a long bounding stride

• The horse began to lope gracefully around the arena during the equestrian competition.
• I saw a dog lope past my house this morning.
• Let's lope over to the store before it closes.
• Her thoughts seemed to lope from one idea to the next, never staying on one for long.

noun A sudden forward thrust or motion

verb To make a sudden forward movement

• The fencer made a swift lunge towards his opponent, aiming for a precise hit.
• I saw a squirrel lunge for the acorn and quickly scurry away.
• The bully tried to lunge at me, but I dodged him just in time.
• Her heart seemed to lunge with excitement as she opened the envelope.

verb A verb shows an action or a state of being. 'Outstretched' can also be used as a verb to describe the act of stretching something out.

adjective An adjective describes a noun or pronoun. 'Outstretched' describes something that is extended or stretched out.

• The performer stood on stage with her arms outstretched, ready to begin the show.
• He greeted his friends with a big smile and outstretched arms.
• She ran towards me with her arms outstretched for a hug.
• The outstretched hand of friendship was met with gratitude.

verb to move or flail around violently or uncontrollably

• The patient started to thrash about in bed, making it difficult for the nurse to administer the medication.
• When the music started playing, the crowd began to thrash about and dance wildly.
• After a few drinks, he started to thrash about on the dance floor like a maniac.
• In times of uncertainty, it's easy to feel like you're thrashing about in the dark, searching for a way out.

noun the act of hitting or striking something with a loud and rhythmic sound

adjective describing a sound that is loud and rhythmic

• The thumping sound of the bass could be heard throughout the concert hall.
• I could feel the thumping of the music in my chest at the party.
• The party was lit, with the thumping beats keeping everyone on their feet.
• Her heart was thumping with excitement as she waited for the results.

noun a change in direction or position

adverb in a reversed or opposite direction

preposition used to indicate a change in direction or position

• The ship made a sharp turn about to avoid the iceberg.
• I had to do a quick turn about to catch up with my friends.
• She did a crazy turn about on the dance floor last night.
• Sometimes in life, we need to make a turn about and change our direction.

noun a feeling of positivity or cheerfulness

adjective having a positive and cheerful attitude

• The keynote speaker delivered an upbeat presentation on the company's future prospects.
• I always feel more upbeat after a good workout.
• She's always so upbeat, it's infectious!
• Despite facing challenges, she managed to stay upbeat and positive throughout.

noun a movement that is unsteady or shaky

verb to move unsteadily from side to side

• The table wobbled slightly as he placed the heavy vase on top.
• I noticed the chair wobbling when I sat down on it.
• She was so nervous that her knees were wobbling like jelly.
• The economy is starting to wobble under the weight of the recession.

noun a jump or leap by a horse

verb to perform a curvet

• The horse executed a perfect curvet during the dressage competition.
• I saw a cat do a little curvet in the backyard yesterday.
• She curveted her way through the dance floor, showing off her moves.
• The company's stock price took a sudden curvet after the CEO's resignation.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The contractor plans to tear it up and replace the entire flooring in the building.
• Let's tear it up on the dance floor tonight!
• I heard the new band is going to tear it up at the concert.
• She's going to tear it up in the upcoming debate with her strong arguments.