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tai chi

American  
[tahy chee] / ˌtaɪ ˈtʃi /

noun

  1. a Chinese martial art focusing on slow, flowing movements and controlled breathing.


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And now, in addition to dance, I’m signing up for a tai chi class.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 14, 2026

"I've tried antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, benzos, sleeping pills and stimulants, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy... tai chi, reiki, meditation, veganism, art therapy and music therapy," the former stand-up comedian said.

From Barron's Feb. 25, 2026

Exercises which strengthen the muscles include yoga, lifting weights, tai chi, sit-ups, energetic gardening and carrying heavy shopping bags.

From BBC Jan. 20, 2026

Cinematographer Isabelle Stachtchenko tends to hold still and move only with purpose — her camera seems to be doing tai chi.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 13, 2025

I grabbed the microphone from a sixth-grade girl who insisted that tai chi had made her unbeatable at gymnastics.

From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman

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