Example Sentences

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Suddenly, the rock god who only three years prior hit his commercial apex with “Let’s Dance,” a master of artistic shapeshifting who pioneered music videos long before MTV existed, was prancing around with Muppets.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

When I was 4, I was prancing around and singing along with it.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 6, 2011

Matt was prancing about, eager to begin the journey, proud of his role as the leader.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry

Tintoretto, the joyous, was prancing about with a boot in his jaws.

From Bruvver Jim's Baby by Mighels, Philip Verrill

The horse that Bertha rode was prancing and foaming, eager for a renewal of the race, and Ben, seeing it, cried out: "Shall we go round by the hanging rock?"

From Money Magic A Novel by Garland, Hamlin