relevé
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of relevé
1925–30; < French: literally, raised, past participle of relever; see relieve
Example Sentences
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A woman emerges from the floor — as if it were soil, Sánchez Ruíz said — while another dancer stands in relevé.
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 place on white carpet and included an extended group relevé in which performers, ranging from untrained dancers to those from Merce Cunningham’s company, fought for their balance.
From New York Times ● Feb. 20, 2018
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
A fish served whole is always a relevé; in pieces, it is an entrée.
From Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks by Pierre Blot
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