shimmied

Example Sentences

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When Mom thought the oil was close, she would flick a little flour into it, and if it sizzled and shimmied just right, she knew it was ready.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2025

But a fellow concert-goer who shimmied into the shot has been targeted by a string of negative comments online about her behaviour and appearance after Kelley posted a video of the moment.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024

Following the costume competition, the bloco began to weave around the square as dog lovers and their pets swayed and shimmied to the rhythm of Brazilian pop classics.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 10, 2024

A recent TikTok from the dancer Melissa Becraft featured a poster for Bubly, the sparkling-water brand owned by PepsiCo, hanging on the wall of her apartment as she shimmied to a Shakira song.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

Right about then, Coogie Jackson shimmied up the County Road signpost to shout his good-bye.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney