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.

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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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