two-step
Americannoun
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a ballroom dance in duple meter, marked by sliding steps.
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a piece of music for, or in the rhythm of, this dance.
verb (used without object)
noun
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an old-time dance in duple time
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a piece of music composed for or in the rhythm of such a dance
Etymology
Origin of two-step
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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A subscription to X is held by her department, which it said provides additional benefits including "two-step authentication" for security purposes, and account analytics.
From BBC
Equity Factor Rotation Active ETF has failed to perform the two-step that investors might have hoped for.
From Barron's
Equity Factor Rotation Active ETF has failed to perform the two-step that investors might have hoped for.
From Barron's
Laboratory analyses and enzyme tests showed that the fungus uses a two-step detoxification strategy.
From Science Daily
Parents were required to complete a two-step enrollment process before their child’s first birthday to claim the grant.
From Barron's
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