Sashay (Verb)
Meaning 1
Perform a chasse step, in ballet.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Synonyms
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Meaning 2
To walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others; "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Synonyms
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Meaning 3
Move sideways.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The model sashayed down the catwalk, her hips swaying in time with the music.
- The dancer sashayed across the stage, her arms extended and her skirt fluttering.
- As the music changed tempo, the performer began to sashay from one side of the room to the other.
- The actress sashayed away from the microphone, smiling confidently at the audience.
- She started to sashay from side to side, trying to make a bold impression on the panel of judges.