Music And Dance

noun a type of performance dance that originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century

• The ballet performance at the theater was exquisite and well-rehearsed.
• I love watching ballet because the dancers make it look so effortless and graceful.
• Have you seen that new ballet video? It's lit!
• Her movements were like a ballet, fluid and precise.

noun a series of movements that match the speed and rhythm of a piece of music

verb to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps

• The ballet company performed a beautiful dance routine at the theater.
• We should go out and dance tonight, it'll be so much fun!
• I love hitting the dance floor and busting out some sick moves.
• The two political parties danced around the issue during the debate.

noun a form of artistic expression using movement of the body

verb engaging in the activity of dancing

• The ballet company is known for their exquisite dancing performances.
• I saw Sarah dancing at the party last night, she's got some moves!
• Let's hit the club and do some dancing tonight!
• Her words were like a graceful dance, flowing effortlessly from her mouth.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• At the charity ball, the guests were elegantly dancing and cutting a rug on the polished dance floor.
• I heard you really know how to cut a rug on the dance floor. Let's see some moves!
• We're going to the club tonight to cut a rug and have a great time.
• The new Broadway show is so exciting, it will make you want to get up and cut a rug in the aisles.