jig
Example Sentences
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Guardiola's celebration for the opening goal was only slightly less restrained than his jig down the line for City's second.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
Maresca's relief was palpable as he danced a jubilant jig on the touchline.
From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025
On “Jaundice,” a stomping upbeat jig with accordion and saxophone reflecting Mr. Ellis’s interest in older folk forms, each drum hit bursts out of the speakers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025
But though they’re different in many respects, the two best friends can see right through each other, and there’s a clock ticking until the jig is up.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2025
Chickenhound was having one of his sniggering fits, even attempting to dance a little jig.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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