dance
verb (used without object)
to move one's feet or body, or both, rhythmically in a pattern of steps, especially to the accompaniment of music.
are dancing
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present progressiveof dance.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“It’s New York City nightlife meets country music. We do bottle service, we do sparklers, people are dancing on tables, but it’s country vocals over the beat,” Wagner said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
“Because when you are dancing … you’re opening up and moving your body and pretty much loving everyone that’s around you.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2025
The balloons are dancing in the wind beneath the blow-up beast.
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2025
“The things I’m more famous for are dancing outside in the rain and dancing in Times Square,” she said.
From New York Times ● Feb. 1, 2024
Zach and Olivia are dancing, and more people are pouring in.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
