shimmy

US /ˈʃɪm.i/
UK /ˈʃɪm.i/
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a dance involving rapid vibrating movements of the body

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She did a little shimmy to the music.
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The dancer's shimmy was captivating.
2.

a wobble or shaking movement, especially in a vehicle

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There was a slight shimmy in the steering wheel at high speeds.
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The old washing machine had a terrible shimmy during the spin cycle.
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to dance the shimmy

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She started to shimmy across the dance floor.
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The singer would often shimmy and sway during her performances.
2.

to wobble or shake

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The car began to shimmy as it went over the rough road.
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The loose wheel caused the bicycle to shimmy dangerously.
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