contra dance
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I am one of the dancers who attended the Brooklyn contra dance.
From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018
Let's work to resolve them, then we can get better press and introduce everyone to the glory that is contra dance!
From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018
We’re in the lofty gymnasium at Camp Friendship where Brooklyn Contra, a volunteer-run club, is hosting a New Year’s Eve contra dance.
From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018
Like square dancing, contra dance is a type of folk partner dance, except that in contra dance you are in two lines facing other couples or your partner.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2015
Women not allowed, of course, but both of you dear Odd Fellows are wanted, for Aunt Plenty begs we will have an old-fashioned contra dance, and I'm to lead off with Uncle Mac.
From Rose in Bloom by Alcott, Louisa May
