sashay
Americanverb (used without object)
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to glide, move, or proceed easily or nonchalantly.
She just sashayed in as if she owned the place.
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to chassé in dancing.
verb
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to move, walk, or glide along casually
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to move or walk in a showy way; parade
Etymology
Origin of sashay
1830–40, metathetic variant of chassé ( def. )
Example Sentences
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On a sunny afternoon last week, a huge crowd gathered to watch models sashay and pivot, showcasing pieces from bales once discarded as unwearable or unsellable.
From Barron's • Oct. 13, 2025
The band is an explosion of coordinated energy, with far more activity than the average marching band as its members skip, high kick and sashay, all while playing a tune.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2024
Break out your rainbow boas and glittering tiaras and sashay your way to this can’t-miss show.
From Seattle Times • May 31, 2024
Halftime is when the kittens sashay on in, mainly because they don't fetch, carry objects or follow directions.
From Salon • Feb. 12, 2023
“You’re trying to toy with him. Make him like you and then sashay on your merry way.”
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
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