nifty footwork

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an informal term for clever, quick, and skillful foot movements

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  • The winger showed some nifty footwork to slip past two defenders.
  • The boxer showed nifty footwork to dodge his opponent's punch.
  • With a bit of nifty footwork, she kept the ball in play right at the line.
  • Her nifty footwork on the dance floor impressed everyone.
  • He’ll need nifty footwork to navigate the crowded dance floor tonight.
  • The politician displayed some nifty footwork to avoid answering the difficult question.
  • The boxer’s victory owed a lot to his nifty footwork and sharp jabs.
  • With nifty footwork, the soccer player dribbled past three defenders.
  • They pulled off the escape thanks to some nifty footwork on the stairs.
  • Learning such nifty footwork takes years of practice.
  • I was impressed by her nifty footwork as she pivoted out of the trap.
  • The tightrope walker demonstrated amazing nifty footwork to maintain balance.
  • Nifty footwork alone won’t win the match, but it creates openings.
  • His nifty footwork allowed him to navigate through the crowded room effortlessly.
  • Our coach drills us daily so that our nifty footwork becomes automatic.
  • The basketball player's nifty footwork created an open shot.
  • Had it not been for his nifty footwork, he would have been tackled.
  • She praised the dancer's nifty footwork and elegant moves.
  • The routine demands precision, rhythm, and genuinely nifty footwork.
  • The quick changes in direction required incredibly nifty footwork.