waltz around
Definition
Verb: - To dance a waltz, moving in a smooth, gliding, and rotating manner around a room or space, typically in triple time.
Usage
The verb "waltz around" describes the specific action of dancing the waltz. It focuses on the movement and style characteristic of this dance. It is often used literally but can imply a graceful, sweeping motion.
Examples
- The couple decided to waltz around the grand ballroom.
- At the wedding, the newlyweds waltzed around the dance floor beautifully.
- They learned to waltz around the room without stepping on each other's feet.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Use: While the core meaning is literal, the phrase can be used figuratively to describe moving through a space with a smooth, confident, or carefree ease reminiscent of the dance.
- After winning the contract, he waltzed around the office with a big smile.
Variants and Related Words
- Waltz (verb/noun): The base form. As a verb: to dance a waltz. As a noun: the dance or its music.
- They waltz perfectly together.
- The orchestra played a beautiful waltz.
Synonyms
- Dance a waltz: The most direct synonym.
- Glide: Suggests the smooth motion but lacks the specific dance context.
- Whirl: Emphasizes the turning motion but is less specific to the waltz's rhythm.
Related Phrasal Verbs/Idioms
- Waltz in/into: To enter a place in a confident, casual, or unconcerned manner.
- He just waltzed into the meeting as if he owned the place.
- Waltz off with: To win or take something easily.
- She waltzed off with the first prize.
Verb
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dance a waltz
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