relevé
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of relevé
1925–30; < French: literally, raised, past participle of relever; see relieve
Example Sentences
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With quick turns in relevé, they drifted across the floor like pieces of slender grass caught in bursts of wind.
From New York Times ● Apr. 25, 2023
We’re not up on relevé, we’re not straight legged; we’re plié, pelvis low, using our glutes and quads to get that strength from the floor and exude power together.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2022
It took Ms. Jones more than a month before she could perform a relevé — raising her body through the balls of her feet to full point — using the barre for support.
From New York Times ● Jun. 3, 2011
She pretzeled her body into knotty poses, rose up on relevé or knelt, eyes closed, her face pressed forward as if seeking the heat of the sun.
From New York Times ● Nov. 21, 2010
Dish the meat with carrot, turnip, and leek around it, and serve it as a relevé.
From Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks by Blot, Pierre
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