twinkle toes
Americannoun
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the swift, agile, or graceful footwork of a dancer, runner, etc.
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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
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Nick Mohammed turned out to be something of a twinkle toes, making it through with relative ease.
From BBC
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
“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
A winner — Twinkle Toes immediately stuck.
From Seattle Times
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