twinkle toes

[twing-kuhl tohz]

noun

1. the swift, agile, or graceful footwork of a dancer, runner, etc.

2. Often Twinkle Toes. a person who is swift, agile, or graceful on their feet (often used ironically to describe someone awkward or slow-moving).

Example Sentences

Noni’s caretakers affectionately nicknamed her “Twinkle Toes,” because she could often be found perched on the thinnest branches of the towering redwoods.

From Los Angeles Times

Other Skechers models have seen longer-term success, such as the children’s line of light-up Twinkle Toes sneakers, introduced in 2008 and still widely available.

From Los Angeles Times

By then, Ten had practiced to take on Twinkle Toes — and the inmate proudly hit an ace serve past Schneider.

From Seattle Times

A winner — Twinkle Toes immediately stuck.

From Seattle Times

“Twinkle Toes,” suggested another inmate named Kenny, who preferred not to give his last name out of respect for his victim’s family.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• athletic 
• buoyant 
• energetic 
• frisky 
• limber 
• lithe 
• lively 
• quick 
• rapid 
• sharp 
• spirited 
• sprightly 
• supple