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to sashay
01
to walk in a manner that is both showy and casual, often with exaggerated movements to draw attention
Intransitive: to sashay | to sashay somewhere
Examples
She sashayed into the room, confidently flaunting her fashionable attire.
The model sashayed down the runway, showcasing the designer's latest collection with style and flair..
02
to glide or move with a sideways motion
Intransitive: to sashay to a direction
Examples
The cat sashayed along the narrow ledge, displaying its agility and balance.
To avoid the puddle, she sashayed to the side, skillfully navigating through the wet pavement.
03
to perform a chassé step in ballet, which involves a gliding movement where one foot moves to the side, followed by the other foot joining it in a sliding motion
Intransitive: to sashay to a direction
Examples
During the dance recital, the ballerina skillfully sashayed across the stage, executing flawless chassé steps.
The dance instructor demonstrated how to sashay gracefully.
Sashay
01
(ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading
02
a square dance figure; partners circle each other taking sideways steps
03
a journey taken for pleasure
