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
The visit concluded with Mr. Trump and other senior officials joining King Salman and the rest of his Saudi hosts in a traditional sword dance.
From New York Times • Jul. 15, 2022
After al-Muslim returned, Kuwaitis celebrated with tea and a ceremonial sword dance.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 30, 2021
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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