sword dance
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of sword dance
First recorded in 1595–1605
Example Sentences
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When Lamb forces himself to come slouching through, whether in a verbal sword dance with Scott Thomas’ Taverner or with a more physical display of spycraft, it isn’t just surprising, it’s inspirational.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2024
That trip was highlighted by a mystifying photo op of the leaders gathered around a glowing orb and Trump briefly joining a ceremonial sword dance.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 15, 2022
As part of the celebration, men and boys were already updating a traditional sword dance with new break-dance moves.
From New York Times ● Apr. 24, 2022
Still, the U.S.-Saudi relationship is not going to be what it was, and not only because it’s harder to picture Biden doing a sword dance in Riyadh.
From Slate ● Nov. 29, 2020
Three, four, Blast and bore!' and with every rhyme he came down a great stamp upon a foot, cutting at the same time their faces—executing, indeed, a sword dance of the wildest description.
From The Princess and the Goblin by MacDonald, George
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