Meaning of the word fandango in English

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fandango

US /fænˈdæŋ.ɡoʊ/

UK /fænˈdæŋ.ɡoʊ/

a lively Spanish dance for two people, typically to the accompaniment of guitars and castanets.

Example:

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The couple performed a passionate fandango.

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The music for the fandango was vibrant and rhythmic.

a foolish or useless act or thing.

Example:

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All that bureaucratic fandango just to get a simple permit.

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He made a big fandango about nothing.

Synonym:

fuss commotion hoo-ha kerfuffle brouhaha

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