footwork

/ˌfʊtˈwʌrk/
/ˈfʊtwək/
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Definitions of footwork
  1. noun
    the manner of using the feet
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    type of:
    maneuver, manoeuvre, play
    a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
  2. noun
    skillful maneuvering or dealing
    “she needs some fancy footwork to cover all those lies”
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    type of:
    maneuver, manoeuvre, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre
    a move made to gain a tactical end
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