footwork
/ˈfʊtˌwɜrk/
noun
- The way someone moves their feet, especially in sports, dance, or martial arts.
- The soccer coach drilled the team on footwork to improve their agility.
- The boxer's quick footwork helped him dodge every punch.
- Good footwork is essential for a ballet dancer to perform turns gracefully.
- Skillful or clever maneuvering, especially in a difficult situation.
- Her financial footwork saved the company from bankruptcy.
- It took some legal footwork to get the permit approved on time.
- The politician's smooth footwork got him out of the scandal.