slow dance
A 'slow dance' typically involves couples moving together in a gentle, swaying manner to slow-tempo music, often at social or romantic events.
Definition
B1Dance
(general, social)A dance characterized by slow, deliberate movements, often performed to slow-tempo music.
Example
- They shared a slow dance at the wedding reception.
- The couple enjoyed a slow dance under the moonlight.
B1Social
(general, romantic)A social dance, typically performed by couples, where the movements are slow and intimate.
Example
- The prom ended with a slow dance for all the couples.
- During the slow dance, they held each other closely.
B2Metaphorical
(figurative)A situation where two people are indecisively moving in the same direction, creating an awkward interaction.
Example
- We did a slow dance trying to get past each other in the hallway.
- The slow dance of their conversation showed their mutual uncertainty.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "slow dance":
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