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fancy footwork |
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fancy footwork 1. Lit. clever and intricate dance steps. The old man was known for his fancy footwork when he was on Broadway. 2. Lit. adroit movements of the feet that help someone retain balance or move through treacherous territory. It took some fancy footwork to get down the mountain carrying the injured child. 3. Fig. a clever and intricate strategy that helps someone get out of trouble. The governor did some fancy footwork to keep from getting blamed for the scandal. See also: fancy How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Look Sharp Performing Arts Center in Ramsey, NJ, draws in would-be performers by offering more than just fancy footwork. Fancy footwork might allow consumers to sidestep the more potent pollutants when selecting carpeting. Given the tight space squeeze, fitting into the Manhattan landscape in particular can require some fancy footwork on the part of the retailer. |
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